GLASGOW, Mont. – Gusty winds and a stretch of cold rain will grip northeast Montana through Thursday, bringing blustery travel and damp commutes around Glasgow and Fort Peck. A Lake Wind Advisory remains in effect through Tuesday morning, with gusts over 30 mph expected along Fort Peck Lake and across open plains.
According to the National Weather Service in Glasgow, rain chances will increase steadily Wednesday and Wednesday night, with the heaviest showers likely between midnight and Thursday morning. East winds up to 20 mph will turn north by late Thursday as cooler air pushes in. Afternoon highs will hover in the low to mid-50s, and overnight lows will fall into the 30s, signaling a firm return to late-fall chill.
Drivers along U.S. Highway 2 and Montana Highway 24 should expect crosswinds and slick spots during heavier rain bursts. Boaters and anglers are urged to avoid the water until winds subside late Tuesday. Rural areas could see brief visibility drops in rain and low clouds, especially near Hinsdale and Nashua.
Rain will taper late Thursday, followed by gradual clearing and a bright, calmer Friday. Forecasters expect a rebound into the upper 50s and low 60s by Saturday, with a return to mostly sunny skies for weekend plans. Residents should take advantage of the break to secure outdoor items and finish seasonal yardwork before cooler, unsettled weather redevelops next week.
Five-Day Forecast for Glasgow, MT:
Tue: 50/35 – Mostly cloudy; gusty east winds up to 30 mph.
Wed: 54/40 – Cloudy with increasing rain late.
Thu: 56/37 – Rain likely; breezy north winds.
Fri: 59/33 – Partly sunny; drying trend begins.
Sat: 58/33 – Mostly sunny; calmer and milder.
