Winter Storm Watch as 12 Inches of Snow, 60 mph Winds Approach: 'Blizzard Conditions'
Spring officially started a month ago, but the National Weather Service is still issuing winter storm watches deep into April.
Two more states are in the path of strong winter storms bringing heavy snow and dangerous winds as one of the two states deals with blizzard conditions.
"A spring storm system will move across Montana on Wednesday through Friday morning, bringing widespread heavy snow. Rain begins Wednesday afternoon, turning to heavy wet snow as temperatures drop overnight," the Great Falls office of the National Weather Service said.
Alaska, Montana Bracing for 'Heavy' Snow, Strong Winds
Several regions of Alaska are set to receive heavy snowfall with up to 12 inches of accumulation. Coupled with 60 mph winds, much of the state is expected to deal with "blizzard conditions" from late Tuesday night through Thursday night.
The Great Falls office of the National Weather Service, meanwhile, offered winter storm watches for the following locations: Hobson, Lewistown, Raynesford, Windham, Stanford, Benchland, Hilger, Moccasin, Geyser, Trident, Battle Ridge Pass, Raynolds Pass, West Yellowstone, Targhee Pass, Kings Hill Pass, Bozeman Pass, Big Sky, Maudlow, Monarch, Neihart, and Deep Creek Pass.
Total snow accumulations of four to 10 inches, with isolated higher amounts possible and wind gusts as high as 60 mph are expected.
The National Weather Service warned that visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Those traveling in the region are warned to plan on slippery road conditions and advised to use tire chains in required regions.
Strong winds could cause tree or power line damage in the region as well.
The winter storm watch for Montana runs from Wednesday night through Friday morning. The precipitation will begin as rain Wednesday afternoon, but turn to heavy wet snow as temperatures drop overnight.
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This story was originally published April 21, 2026 at 3:00 AM.