Montana greets the morning under a cold, quiet sky as temperatures hover near the freezing mark and clouds thicken overhead. The air feels sharp on exposed skin, and untreated roads may soon turn slick as winter weather evolves.
A Weather Alert remains in focus for the Glasgow area today as light precipitation develops. Temperatures sit near 32 degrees, creating a narrow window where freezing rain becomes possible. Even small amounts of ice can create outsized travel impacts, especially early.
Freezing rain is most likely this morning, before a gradual temperature rise. Roads, bridges, and overpasses may glaze quickly, catching drivers off guard. Plan slower speeds and allow extra stopping distance if traveling through Valley County or nearby highways.
As the day progresses, conditions slowly improve. Temperatures climb into the low 40s by Monday afternoon, allowing any icy mix to transition to plain rain before tapering. Skies remain mostly cloudy, but visibility improves once surface temperatures rise.
Tonight stays cold, with lows dipping into the low 20s. Any leftover moisture may refreeze, creating isolated slick spots by early Monday. Use caution during late-night or early-morning travel.
Monday brings a noticeable shift. Clouds break at times, and highs reach the low 40s under a lighter wind. By Tuesday, sunshine dominates, and temperatures rise into the low 40s again, signaling a brief midweek thaw.
Wednesday and Thursday continue the warming trend. Highs push into the mid and upper 40s, offering a break from harsher winter conditions. To be fair, mornings remain cold, and shaded areas can stay slick longer.
Meteorologists continue tracking winter weather potential across the Northern Plains this February. Even modest systems can create dangerous conditions when temperatures hover near freezing.
Five-Day Outlook for Glasgow, Montana
Monday: Chance of freezing rain early, then partly sunny, high near 41, low around 21
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 42, low around 21
Wednesday: Partly sunny, high near 46, low around 30
Thursday: Sunny, high near 48, low around 23
Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 40, low around 23
