Billings, MT – The new year begins with freezing temperatures and light snow across Montana, as winter weather grips the region. Highs today will hover around 29°F, about five degrees below average, with potential snow accumulations of less than an inch.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Billings, residents should prepare for patchy fog and light snow during the evening hours today. Drivers on I-90 should take extra caution as visibility may be reduced. A 40% chance of snow is forecast for Thursday, with highs near 24°F and lows dropping to 16°F overnight.
The outlook for Friday and the weekend indicates a continuation of chilly weather. Friday may bring more light snow with highs around 28°F and accumulation expected to remain minimal. Saturday shows a stronger likelihood of snow, with a 60% chance during the day. Temperatures will peak at 28°F and drop to 15°F overnight, maintaining dangerous road conditions.
Residents are urged to dress warmly and allow extra travel time as icy roads and fog could persist throughout the weekend. Snowfall may be light, but freezing conditions will make surfaces slick, especially during morning and evening commutes.
Looking ahead, temperatures are expected to climb slightly early next week, reaching the low 30s. By Tuesday, partial sunshine may provide a brief reprieve, though another round of winter precipitation could follow midweek.
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