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Billings, MT Weather: 59° to 41°, Rain and Snow Nov. 17-20
Billings, MT – Residents across south central Montana should prepare for a significant weather shift this week as temperatures fall from near 60 degrees into the lower 40s. Rain and snow chances will
By Nolan Pierce · 2026-11-15T15:29:40.164Z
Billings, MT – Residents across south central Montana should prepare for a significant weather shift this week as temperatures fall from near 60 degrees into the lower 40s. Rain and snow chances will also increase beginning Tuesday, November 17, with unsettled conditions potentially continuing into the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Billings, warm and dry conditions will continue Sunday and Monday before a cooler weather pattern develops Tuesday. Occasional breezy conditions are also expected along the western foothills.
Temperatures Could Drop Nearly 20 Degrees
Billings is forecast to reach 59 degrees Sunday, November 15, followed by 57 degrees Monday.
By Tuesday, November 17, the high is expected to fall to 50 degrees, with a 55% chance of precipitation.
Wednesday brings a high near 47 degrees and another 55% precipitation chance.
Temperatures will continue declining, reaching approximately 42 degrees Thursday and 41 degrees Friday, November 20.
That represents an 18 degree drop from Sunday's forecast high.
Rain and Snow Chances Increase Tuesday
The National Weather Service expects light rain and snow to become possible Tuesday night into Wednesday, with the greatest potential across western mountains and foothills.
Livingston faces an 85% precipitation chance Tuesday and 75% Wednesday.
Big Timber could see a 75% chance Tuesday, followed by 60% Wednesday.
Snow or mixed precipitation is possible in higher elevations, although forecasters currently expect minimal impacts.
Cooler Pattern Continues Into the Weekend
Confidence is increasing that temperatures will remain near seasonal averages from Thursday into the weekend.
However, the timing, coverage and type of precipitation remain uncertain.
Billings has a 45% precipitation chance Friday, while other communities could see additional rain or snow opportunities.
Residents traveling through mountain passes or western foothills should monitor updated forecasts as the unsettled pattern approaches.
The supplied National Weather Service outlook does not indicate a confirmed major winter storm or widespread hazardous travel conditions.