High Wind — Western and Central Chouteau County, Montana
2025-10-29 · Western and Central Chouteau County, Montana
52 MG
Magnitude
Event narrative
Two Montana mesonets measured gusts at criteria. The peak gust at Highwood Bench was 58 mph, while the peak gust at 10 S Loma was 60 mph.
Wider weather episode
A potent shortwave combined with strong cross barrier flow to result in a period of gusty winds during the day October 29. This event ended up being higher end, with a peak gust of 86 mph (Crosswind) being observed along US-287 north of Augusta.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1294356. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.