High Wind — North Rocky Mountain Front, Montana
2022-02-17 · North Rocky Mountain Front, Montana
56 MG
Magnitude
Event narrative
Mesonet station at Two Medicine Bridge reported a wind gust to 65 mph.
Wider weather episode
A fast moving Alberta Clipper system embedded in northwesterly flow aloft moved through the area, bringing winds and some rain and snow showers to the area. Winds were the bigger impact with this system, as 45-55 knot winds aloft were ducted down to the surface, thanks in part to a stable layer near mountain peak level.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1011324. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.