Winter Weather — West Glacier Region, Montana

2024-02-25 to 2024-02-27 · West Glacier Region, Montana

Event narrative

Winds gusted to 53 mph at Marias Pass and 52 mph at Hungry Horse RAWS with a higher elevation gusts of 104 mph at Tunnel Ridge. Periods of snow fell with 1-3 inches at lower elevations, and up to 7 inches fell at Marias Pass. Travel was difficult at times.

Wider weather episode

A Pacific trough and associated cold front brought gusty winds and a period of heavy snow.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1156023. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.