Heavy Snow — Helena Valley, Montana

2024-03-23 to 2024-03-24 · Helena Valley, Montana

Event narrative

Multiple reports were received of 6 inches new snow or greater in the Helena Valley. The peak report was 6.9 inches 2 miles west of Helena.

Wider weather episode

Relatively deep moisture associated with a mid level disturbance shifted across the region, resulting in periods of moderate to heavy snowfall. Snow amounts varied quite a bit, with three main areas of heavier snow: Along the Hi-Line, SE Cascade county, and the Helena Valley.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1166498. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.