High Wind — Helena Valley, Montana

2023-10-17 · Helena Valley, Montana

Event narrative

ASOS station KHLN Helena Airport measured a 59 mph wind gust.

Wider weather episode

A potent mid level low tracked eastward near the Canadian border during October 16. The combination of strong westerly flow aloft and a surface low in SK producing a strong pressure gradient resulted in high winds across much of North-central Montana as well as portions of Central Montana.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1137193. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.