Montana starts the day under a pale sky where the air stings and engines groan to life. Frost coats windshields, and every breath feels sharp.
Montana’s Weather Alert centers on extreme cold across the northeast this morning, with Glasgow sitting at or near zero degrees early. Light winds offer little relief, and wind chills dip well below freezing before sunrise. Exposed skin can feel numb quickly, especially during early travel.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures recover only slightly today, topping out in the mid-teens. Clouds increase through the day, limiting solar warming. Roads may look clear, but compacted snow and thin ice linger on side streets, intersections, and rural highways. Flash freezing remains a concern as any brief melting refreezes quickly after sunset.
Tonight stays cold, with lows near one degree below zero. Conditions improve slowly Tuesday as highs reach the upper teens under decreasing clouds. By Wednesday, Glasgow edges closer to the low 20s, offering modest relief from the deep winter chill. Thursday brings another step up, with highs in the low 20s again under partly sunny skies.
Drivers should allow extra time, especially on Highway 2 and county roads where drifting snow and ice can hide in shaded stretches. Dress in layers, limit time outdoors, and check on vulnerable neighbors as cold lingers.
Looking ahead, NOAA’s 6–10 day outlook shows below-normal precipitation across much of Montana into early February. Temperatures trend closer to seasonal averages late week, reducing the risk of prolonged extreme cold for now.
Winter still has a firm grip, even as signs of moderation appear. How cold did it feel outside your door this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for Glasgow, Montana
- Tuesday: Gradually sunny, high near 18°F
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 21°F
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high near 23°F
- Friday: Partly sunny, high near 29°F
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high near 39°F
