Heavy Rain — Chouteau, Montana

2022-08-25 · near Woods Arpt, Chouteau, Montana

Event narrative

A coop observer reported 1.57 inches of rain fell over 90 minutes during a thunderstorm.

Wider weather episode

A persistent upper low over Washington favored ample moisture transport into the area. Shear was fairly limited throughout, hence wind gusts were the main concern with these storms, along with potential for heavy rain. Small hail was expected, but a few reports of severe level hail were relayed.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1051418. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.