Billings, Montana – Severe thunderstorms are expected to develop across Montana this weekend, with the most significant risk hitting late Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Isolated storms will begin to form after 3 p.m. on both days, potentially bringing damaging wind gusts up to 65 mph. The National Weather Service has issued a weather outlook highlighting a moderate risk for severe conditions over the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, isolated severe thunderstorms are likely to develop after 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 10, and again on Sunday, May 11. The greatest threat will be powerful wind gusts, with speeds reaching up to 65 mph in some areas. Though the storms are expected to remain isolated, residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas west of Billings on Saturday and across much of the state on Sunday.
This weather system may lead to hazards for outdoor activities, travel disruptions, and power outages. Authorities urge Montanans to stay weather-aware, secure outdoor items, and be prepared to seek shelter if storms develop in their area.
The threat will extend until late evening, with the strongest conditions likely to occur between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. both days. More detailed alerts will be issued as needed based on storm development.
