Heavy Snow — Northern Blaine County, Montana

2023-03-10 to 2023-03-11 · Northern Blaine County, Montana

Event narrative

Wind gusts up to 64 mph were recorded across northern Blaine County, which resulted in significant blowing of snow, poor visibility, and poor driving conditions. COOP observer located about 11 miles north of Turner reported an event total snow amount of 11.5 inches.

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 1092069. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.