Glasgow, MT – Northeast Montana remains in the grip of extreme cold, with wind chills plummeting to -58°F through 11 a.m. Wednesday. Residents in Glasgow, Wolf Point, Sidney, and surrounding areas face dangerous conditions, with frostbite possible in under five minutes if skin is exposed.
According to the National Weather Service, the extreme cold warning covers portions of northeast Montana, including Phillips, Valley, Sheridan, and Roosevelt counties. Wind chill values between -35°F and -60°F will persist through midweek. Residents are advised to dress in layers, covering all exposed skin, and to limit time outdoors.
The bitter cold poses a risk to infrastructure, with frozen pipes a key concern. Homeowners should keep faucets dripping to prevent bursting. Livestock and pets need sheltered warmth, food, and unfrozen water.
Wednesday’s high will remain near zero, but relief is on the horizon. By Friday, temperatures in Glasgow and Wolf Point are expected to rise to the low 30s, marking a significant warm-up after days of arctic conditions. Travelers along U.S. Route 2 should remain cautious until the cold front passes.
