High Wind — Gallatin Valley, Montana

2023-04-01 · Gallatin Valley, Montana

Event narrative

Mesonet station mtm71 Mahattan s-mda measured a 59 mph gust.

Wider weather episode

An impressive shortwave and attendant cold front passed through the area, resulting in a period of gusty winds and intense snow showers. Snow persisted long enough in the mountains to accumulate up to 11 inches in Gallatin County.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1081421. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.