Winter Storm — Treasure, Montana

2016-12-15 to 2016-12-16 · Treasure, Montana

Event narrative

Snowfall of 6 to 8 inches was reported across the area.

Wider weather episode

This was the seasons first major winter storm and arctic outbreak. An arctic front combined with abundant Pacific moisture resulted in very heavy snowfall across South Central and Southeast Montana. Snow accumulations of 8+ inches occurred for most areas along and west of a Roundup-Billings-Sheridan line. Billings received 12-17 inches, Livingston 8-12 inches and Sheridan 6-8 inches of snow. Severe driving conditions were common across the south central areas. Numerous school closures occurred on the 16th. The storm also prompted the closure of Zoo Montana on the 15th and 16th. In addition, numerous accidents occurred on local interstates and highways. The more significant impacts with this storm occurred after the snow had ended as strong winds developed across portions of the area creating blizzard conditions. For more information, please see the event titled Blizzard December 17-19.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 668513. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.