Glasgow, Montana – Unseasonably mild and dry weather is expected across northeastern Montana this weekend, offering favorable conditions for travel and outdoor activities before colder, unsettled weather returns early next week.
According to the National Weather Service in Glasgow, temperatures across much of the region will rise well above normal for early February. Daytime highs on Saturday and Sunday are forecast to reach the upper 40s to mid-50s, with a few locations potentially approaching 60 degrees, especially across southern portions of the forecast area.
Communities including Glasgow, Glendive, Malta, Sidney, Plentywood, Jordan, and Winnett will see dry conditions through the weekend. Travel along major corridors such as U.S. Highway 2, Interstate 94, U.S. Highway 191, and Montana Highway 16 is expected to be smooth, with no precipitation-related impacts anticipated.
Nighttime temperatures will remain cooler, generally dipping into the 20s and low 30s, but afternoon sunshine and light winds will make conditions feel comfortable for this time of year. The National Weather Service notes that these temperatures are above seasonal averages and typical of early spring rather than mid-winter.
The warm and dry stretch is expected to end Monday as a new weather system approaches. Forecasters indicate that cooler temperatures and chances for rain and/or snow will return at the start of the new week, bringing a more winterlike pattern back to the region. Specific precipitation amounts and timing will be refined as the system gets closer.
Residents planning outdoor work, travel, or recreation are encouraged to take advantage of the mild weekend while remaining aware of the changing forecast early next week. Farmers, ranchers, and commuters may notice firmer ground conditions during the daytime but colder surfaces overnight.
The National Weather Service recommends staying updated with the latest forecasts at weather.gov/ggw, especially for details on Monday’s colder and potentially unsettled weather.
