Glasgow, MT – Northeast Montana residents should prepare for life-threatening cold as wind chills are expected to plummet as low as -50°F starting Sunday evening. The National Weather Service has issued an extreme cold watch through Wednesday morning, warning of frostbite risks within minutes.
According to the NWS in Glasgow, dangerously cold temperatures will affect all of northeast Montana, including towns along the US-2 corridor such as Wolf Point, Glasgow, and Poplar. Wind chills will drop to -25°F by Sunday and worsen to -50°F overnight into Monday, with dangerously low temperatures persisting through midweek.
Residents are urged to dress in layers, cover exposed skin, and avoid unnecessary travel. Keep water pipes from freezing by wrapping or dripping them slowly, and ensure pets and livestock have adequate shelter, food, and water.
This extreme cold front follows a snowy Saturday, with additional snowfall possible early Sunday. Highs will remain near zero through Tuesday, before slightly warming midweek. Travelers on US-2 and local roads should be cautious of icy conditions and limited visibility. Prepare now to stay safe during this Arctic blast.
