Glasgow, Montana – A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for portions of northeast Montana, with mixed precipitation expected to create slippery travel conditions from 11 p.m. Sunday through 5 p.m. Monday, according to the National Weather Service Glasgow office.
Forecasters say the system will bring a combination of light snow and freezing precipitation, with snow accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations around a light glaze. While snowfall totals are expected to remain modest, even small amounts of ice can significantly impact road conditions.
The advisory includes Valley, Daniels, Sheridan, Roosevelt, McCone, Richland, Dawson, and Wibaux counties, affecting communities such as Glasgow, Sidney, Glendive, Wolf Point, Plentywood, Scobey, Poplar, Circle, and Wibaux.
Travel impacts are expected to develop overnight and continue into Monday, with the Monday morning and evening commutes most likely to be affected. Major travel corridors at risk for slick conditions include U.S. Highway 2 near Glasgow, Wolf Point, and Plentywood, Interstate 94 near Glendive and Sidney, and MT Highway 16 and MT Highway 24 across northeast Montana.
The National Weather Service warns that roads, bridges, overpasses, and untreated surfaces may become icy, particularly during periods of freezing precipitation. Visibility issues are not expected to be significant, but reduced traction may make travel hazardous.
Drivers are urged to slow down, allow extra stopping distance, and avoid sudden braking. Pedestrians should also use caution on sidewalks, stairs, and driveways, which may become slick with ice.
Conditions are expected to gradually improve late Monday afternoon as precipitation tapers off. However, lingering slick spots may persist where ice develops.
This advisory may be especially impactful for commuters, commercial drivers, ranchers, and school transportation routes across northeast Montana.
Residents are encouraged to monitor local forecasts and check current road conditions by calling 511 before traveling.
