Winter Weather — West Glacier Region, Montana

2025-02-22 to 2025-02-24 · West Glacier Region, Montana

Event narrative

Light freezing rain resulted in icy conditions on U.S. Highway 2. Unplowed side roads turned to sheets of ice. An avalanche measuring 20 to 30 feet high and 75 feet wide, completely blocked Going-To-The-Sun Road. Higher elevations above 7000 feet gusted as high as 78 mph early on the 24th.

Wider weather episode

An atmospheric river brought areas of rain and gusty winds. Sub-freezing temperatures resulted in icy road impacts. Avalanches were noted in a few areas.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1237654. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.