Sheridan County, MT – Northeast Montana residents are being urged to prepare for increasing snow chances and strong winds early this week, with forecasters highlighting possible travel impacts Tuesday night into Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Glasgow, probabilities for at least 2 inches of snow have shifted north and east, with the greatest concern focused on Sheridan, Daniels, and Roosevelt counties. The system remains several days out, but updated models continue trending toward heavier snowfall in those areas.
Forecasters say rain and snow are expected to move west to east Tuesday morning. Gusty winds could begin as early as Monday morning and continue through Wednesday morning. Wind gusts may exceed 40 mph at times, especially across open areas of northeast Montana.
If heavier snow develops Tuesday night, blowing and drifting snow could significantly reduce visibility. The National Weather Service warns that travel may become very difficult, particularly in Sheridan County and surrounding areas. Near or below-zero wind chills are also possible during the period of strongest winds.
While confidence in exact snowfall totals remains moderate, the combination of accumulating snow and strong winds raises concern for hazardous driving conditions along U.S. Highway 2 and other regional roadways.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts as the system develops.
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