Glasgow, MT — Bitter air grips northeastern Montana this morning, with temperatures hovering near 14°F and skies clear but deceivingly calm. By afternoon, the first bands of light snow will begin to build across the Hi-Line, marking the start of another Arctic push. A December cold snap will drive highs barely above freezing today before tumbling into the teens tonight.
According to the National Weather Service, snow chances increase Friday through Saturday as a low-pressure system sweeps south from Canada. Most of the region will see 1 to 2 inches, though local pockets could collect slightly more under heavier bursts. Visibility may briefly drop during squalls, especially along Highway 2 between Glasgow and Wolf Point, where gusts near 20 mph could kick up loose snow.
Friday stays brisk with highs near 30°F and steady west winds. By Saturday, Arctic air tightens its grip — morning lows near 0°F and highs near 10°F will make for dangerous wind chills dipping below –10°F. Those working or driving outdoors should limit exposure and dress in multiple layers.
Conditions moderate slightly by Monday, but cold lingers across the plains into next week. Long-range models hint at another round of snow and reinforcing cold between Dec. 11–17, aligning with a developing storm track across the northern tier states.
Five-Day Outlook (Northeast Montana):
- Friday: Snow likely, high 30°F, low 10°F.
- Saturday: Chance of snow, high 10°F, low 4°F.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high 18°F, low 5°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 37°F, low 11°F.
- Tuesday: Chance of snow, high 34°F.
