High Wind — Madison River Valley, Montana

2023-03-10 · Madison River Valley, Montana

Event narrative

Mesonet station MTNOR (Norris Hill) reported peak gust of 65 mph and sustained winds at 48 mph.

Wider weather episode

A Pacific low pressure system brought accumulating snowfall to much of Southwest, Central, and North Central Montana. The passage of an associated cold front also brought gusty winds to much of the area, especially through the valleys of Southwest Montana, where heavier snow occurred.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1083728. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.