High Wind — Judith Basin, Montana

2022-05-19 · Judith Basin, Montana

Event narrative

Mesonet station MTM47 MDA- Benchland measured 60 mph wind gust.

Wider weather episode

Showers and thunderstorms developed across Central and Southwest Montana, leading to strong, gusty winds, small hail, brief downpours, and an array of lightning. Dry and seasonally mild conditions returned thereafter, leading to an increase of westerly winds in excess 55 mph across the Rocky Mountain Front and adjacent plains. Cooler temperatures returned during the latter half of the week, with temperatures 10 to 20 degrees below average and widespread precipitation. Lower elevations saw generally a tenth to half an inch of liquid precipitation, whereas higher elevations saw several inches of snowfall.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1030069. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.