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Billings, MT Weather Alert: Friday Snow Threat Oct. 23-24
Billings, MT – Drivers across portions of south central Montana could face deteriorating travel conditions Friday evening, Oct. 23, as rain and snow showers move through the region. Blowing snow could
By Grant Holloway · 2026-10-22T21:08:45.297Z
Billings, MT – Drivers across portions of south central Montana could face deteriorating travel conditions Friday evening, Oct. 23, as rain and snow showers move through the region. Blowing snow could reduce visibility near Judith Gap, while sections of Interstate 90 and U.S. Highway 191 may experience minor winter travel impacts into Saturday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Billings, a developing weather system will bring accumulating snow to higher elevations Friday into Saturday, Oct. 24, with the greatest snowfall expected in mountainous areas above 6,000 feet.
Forecasters specifically highlighted the Judith Gap area, where blowing snow will likely create reduced visibility Friday evening.
Motorists traveling along US 191 through Judith Gap should prepare for changing road conditions, especially after sunset when temperatures begin dropping.
Additional travel concerns extend to I 90 west of Livingston, where rain could mix with snow Friday night into early Saturday morning.
Although significant snowfall is not expected across most lower elevation communities, even limited snow accumulation combined with colder temperatures could create localized slick spots.
The snowfall forecast indicates approximately 3 to 4 inches may accumulate around Neihart, with lighter amounts near Lewistown, where 1 to 2 inches are possible.
Higher mountain elevations could receive greater accumulations, particularly in areas where temperatures remain below freezing.
Communities around Billings, Columbus, Roundup and Miles City are generally outside the primary snowfall areas shown in the latest forecast, although passing rain or snow showers remain possible across the broader region.
Hunters, campers and outdoor recreationists heading into Montana's high country should prepare for winter conditions, including colder temperatures, accumulating snow and potentially difficult travel.
The National Weather Service encourages motorists to check updated forecasts and road conditions before departing Friday evening or early Saturday.
Travelers can monitor current highway conditions through Montana's 511 traveler information service at 511mt.net .
Weather forecasts and additional updates are available at weather.gov/billings .