High Wind Warning
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
402 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ301>304-307-308-161500-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0032.000000T0000Z-251216T1500Z/
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0033.251217T1000Z-251218T0700Z/
East Glacier Park Region-Northern High Plains-Eastern Glacier,
Western Toole, and Central Pondera-Eastern Toole and Liberty-
Southern Rocky Mountain Front-Southern High Plains-
Including the following locations: Rogers Pass, Browning,
Pendroy, Shelby, East Glacier Park, Cut Bank, Santa Rita, Babb,
Heart Butte, Dupuyer, Chester, Saint Mary, Marias Pass, Whitlash,
Bynum, Ethridge, Devon, Choteau, Logan Pass, Joplin, Galata,
Kiowa, and Lothair
402 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM MST TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM WEDNESDAY TO
MIDNIGHT MST WEDNESDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...For the first High Wind Warning, west to southwesterly
winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 90 mph along and west of
Highway 89 and up to 75 mph elsewhere. For the second High Wind
Warning, westerly winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 90 mph
possible along and west of Highway 89 and up to 80 mph elsewhere.
* WHERE...The Rocky Mountain Front and adjacent foothills and
plains, Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera
Counties, and Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties.
* WHEN...For the first High Wind Warning, until 8 AM MST Tuesday.
For the second High Wind Warning, from 3 AM Wednesday to midnight
MST Wednesday Night.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult to dangerous,
especially for high profile vehicles. Damaging winds may blow
downRemember, a High Wind Warning means that there is at least an
80% chance of 40 mph sustained winds or 58 mph wind gusts
occurring during the warning period trees and power lines. Power
outages are expected.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
If possible, consider delaying travel during the period of highest
winds or finding an alternate route.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
402 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ305-306-309>311-314-315-317-318-161500-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0032.000000T0000Z-251216T1800Z/
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0033.251217T1000Z-251218T0700Z/
Hill County-Northern Blaine County-Eastern Pondera and Eastern
Teton-Western and Central Chouteau County-Bears Paw Mountains and
Southern Blaine-Fergus County below 4500ft-Upper Blackfoot and
MacDonald Pass-Little Belt and Highwood Mountains-Snowy and
Judith Mountains-
Including the following locations: Flesher Pass, Rocky Boy,
Ledger, Floweree, Kings Hill Pass, Conrad, Zurich, MacDonald
Pass, Neihart, Harlem, Lincoln, Brady, Monarch, Carter, Hilger,
Lewistown, Marysville, Chinook, Fort Belknap, Havre, Hogeland,
and Fort Benton
402 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM WEDNESDAY TO
MIDNIGHT MST WEDNESDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...For the first High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph
with gusts up to 70 mph. For the second High Wind Warning, west
winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected.
* WHERE...Bears Paw, Highwood, Little Belt, and Snowy Mountains,
Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton Counties, Hill County, Northern
Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Fergus County
below 4500ft, and Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass.
* WHEN...For the first High Wind Warning, until 11 AM MST Tuesday.
For the second High Wind Warning, from 3 AM Wednesday to midnight
MST Wednesday Night.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for
high profile vehicles. Damaging winds will blow down trees and
power lines. Power outages are expected. Travel will be very
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
If possible, consider delaying travel during the period of highest
winds or finding an alternate route.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
402 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ312-313-161500-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0032.000000T0000Z-251216T1800Z/
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0033.251217T1000Z-251218T0700Z/
Cascade County below 5000ft-Judith Basin County and Judith Gap-
Including the following locations: Geyser, Hobson, Great Falls,
Moccasin, Windham, Stanford, Raynesford, and Benchland
402 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM WEDNESDAY TO
MIDNIGHT MST WEDNESDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...For the first High Wind Warning, southwesterly winds 30 to
40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. For the second High Wind Warning,
westerly winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected.
* WHERE...Cascade County below 5000ft and Judith Basin County and
Judith Gap.
* WHEN...For the first High Wind Warning, until 11 AM MST Tuesday.
For the second High Wind Warning, from 3 AM Wednesday to midnight
MST Wednesday Night.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult to dangerous,
especially for high profile vehicles. Damaging winds may blow down
trees and power lines. Power outages are expected.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Multiple high wind periods are expected this
week as a series of weather disturbances move across the Northern
Rockies and Montana. Strong winds initially develop late Monday
afternoon across Cascade and Judith Basin counties with wind
speeds peaking Monday night. A second and potentially stronger
wind event is possible Tuesday night through Wednesday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
If possible, consider delaying travel during the period of highest
winds or finding an alternate route.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
402 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ316-319>324-326>330-161500-
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0033.251217T1000Z-251218T0700Z/
Gates of the Mountains-Helena Valley-Big Belt, Bridger and Castle
Mountains-Meagher County Valleys-Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains-
Canyon Ferry Area-Missouri Headwaters-Gallatin Valley-Northwest
Beaverhead County-Beaverhead and Western Madison below 6000ft-
Ruby Mountains and Southern Beaverhead Mountains-Gallatin and
Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains-
Including the following locations: Dillon, Helena, White Sulphur
Springs, Wise River, Chief Joseph Pass, Battle Ridge Pass, Elk
Park Pass, Wickes, Pony, Trident, Targhee Pass, Ringling, Clancy,
Wisdom, Canyon Creek, Winston, Corbin, Checkerboard, Toston,
Craig, Bozeman Pass, Deep Creek Pass, Homestake Pass, Big Sky,
Bozeman, Montana City, Waterloo, Willow Creek, West Yellowstone,
Dewey, Wolf Creek, Boulder, Big Hole Pass, Glen, Whitehall,
Harrison, Maudlow, Three Forks, Monida Pass, Townsend, Gallatin
Gateway, Bannack, Martinsdale, and Raynolds Pass
402 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM WEDNESDAY TO
MIDNIGHT MST WEDNESDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.
* WHERE...The Interstate 90 Corridor between Bozeman and Whitehall,
Gates of the Mountains, Helena Valley, Big Belt, Bridger and
Castle Mountains, Meagher County Valleys, Elkhorn and Boulder
Mountains, and Canyon Ferry Area.
* WHEN...From 3 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for
high profile vehicles. Damaging winds will blow down trees and
power lines. Power outages are expected. Travel will be very
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
If possible, consider delaying travel during the period of highest
winds or finding an alternate route.
&&
$$
Moldan
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
402 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ325-161500-
/O.EXA.KTFX.HW.W.0032.000000T0000Z-251216T1800Z/
/O.CON.KTFX.HW.W.0033.251217T1000Z-251218T0700Z/
Madison River Valley-
Including the following locations: McAllister, Cameron, Jeffers,
Norris, and Ennis
402 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM WEDNESDAY TO
MIDNIGHT MST WEDNESDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...For the first High Wind Warning, south winds 30 to 40 mph
with gusts up to 70 mph. For the second High Wind Warning,
southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.
* WHERE...Madison River Valley.
* WHEN...For the first High Wind Warning, until 11 AM MST Tuesday.
For the second High Wind Warning, from 3 AM Wednesday to midnight
MST Wednesday Night.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for
high profile vehicles. Damaging winds will blow down trees and
power lines. Power outages are expected. Travel will be very
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
If possible, consider delaying travel during the period of highest
winds or finding an alternate route.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Riverton WY
119 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
WYZ002-161415-
/O.NEW.KRIW.HW.W.0014.251216T0800Z-251217T0800Z/
Absaroka Mountains-
119 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TUESDAY TO 1 AM MST
WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected.
Strongest winds will be on the eastern slopes, with isolated gusts
around 80 mph.
* WHERE...Absaroka Mountains.
* WHEN...From 1 AM Tuesday to 1 AM MST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
1238 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ063-141-172-228-161945-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0015.251216T0000Z-251216T2100Z/
Judith Gap-Northern Sweet Grass-Melville Foothills-Southern
Wheatland-
Including the locations of Big Timber, Harlowton, Judith Gap, and
Melville
1238 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2
PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 40 to 55 mph with gusts up to 85 mph expected.
* WHERE...Judith Gap, Southern Wheatland, Melville Foothills, and
Northern Sweet Grass.
* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 2 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
Highway 191 from Big Timber through Judith Gap. Localized power
outages and downed trees are possible.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Additional periods of strong winds are
expected Wednesday into Thursday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel
until winds subside, or take an alternate route.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
1238 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ065-066-161800-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0015.251216T0000Z-251216T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBYZ.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-251216T0000Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Fishtail, Nye, Livingston, Dean, Mc Leod,
and Limestone
1238 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11
AM MST TUESDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with
gusts up to 65 mph occurring. For the High Wind Warning, southwest
winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts to 75 mph expected.
* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 5 PM MST this afternoon. For
the High Wind Warning, from 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM MST
Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles. Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
Beartooth Foothills.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Additional periods of strong winds are
expected Wednesday into Thursday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel
until winds subside, or take an alternate route.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
1238 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ068-161945-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0015.251216T0000Z-251216T2100Z/
Crazy Mountains-
1238 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2
PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 40 to 55 mph with gusts up to 85 mph expected.
* WHERE...Crazy Mountains.
* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 2 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Recreation in the high country will be impacted.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Additional periods of strong winds are
expected Wednesday into Thursday.
$$
Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings
Archer
Flash Flood Watch
Flood Watch
National Weather Service Missoula MT
822 PM MST Sun Dec 14 2025
MTZ001-172100-
/O.NEW.KMSO.FF.A.0003.251215T0322Z-251217T2100Z/
/00000.0.DM.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Kootenai/Cabinet Region-
822 PM MST Sun Dec 14 2025
...FLASH FLOOD WATCH FOR THE POTENTIAL FAILURE OF LOWER FLOWER CREEK
DIVERSION STRUCTURE IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Flash Flooding caused by a potential failure of the Lower
Flower Creek Diversion Structure related to additional rainfall
early this week.
Officials are currently working to mitigate this potential hazard
by releasing additional water to take pressure off the diversion
structure; these water flows are expected to stay below peak
levels during the flood event last Thursday.
* WHERE...Libby, MT.
* WHEN...Through Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...A failure of the diversion structure may result in
flooding of urban areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Recent heavy rain caused damage to the Lower Flower Creek
Diversion Structure. Forecast rainfall has the potential to
cause additional damage to the structure, bringing the risk
for uncontrolled water released into the town of Libby. The
main Flower Creek Dam is stable and functioning as designed.
- https://www.weather.gov/mso/hydrology
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Please consult local emergency officials for specific areas prone to
flooding if the diversion structure fails.
&&
$$
Wind Advisory
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
1235 PM PST Mon Dec 15 2025
IDZ002-003-026-027-WAZ031-033>036-044-161500-
/O.CON.KOTX.WI.Y.0016.251215T2100Z-251216T1400Z/
/O.CON.KOTX.HW.A.0003.251217T0600Z-251218T0000Z/
Coeur d`Alene Area-Idaho Palouse-Lewiston Area-Lewis and Southern
Nez Perce Counties-Northeast Blue Mountains-Washington Palouse-
Moses Lake Area-Upper Columbia Basin-Spokane Area-Waterville
Plateau-
Including the cities of Spokane Valley, Anatone, Cloverland Road,
Pullman, Colfax, Oakesdale, Othello, Moscow, Wilbur, Waterville,
Rockford, Craigmont, Creston, Post Falls, Coulee City, Lapwai,
Mountain Road, Airway Heights, Culdesac, Plummer, Davenport,
Moses Lake, Genesee, La Crosse, Peola, Ephrata, Soldiers Meadow
Road, Tekoa, Downtown Spokane, Gifford, Odessa, Ritzville, Badger
Mountain Road, Grand Coulee, Lewiston, Harrington, Winchester,
Fairfield, Coeur d`Alene, Rosalia, Mansfield, Uniontown,
Potlatch, Cheney, Worley, Peck, Kamiah, Lewiston Grade, Quincy,
Nezperce, and Hayden
1235 PM PST Mon Dec 15 2025
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM PST TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with
gusts up to 45 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, southwest
winds 25 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible and up to 70
mph isolated gusts in higher terrain.
* WHERE...Spokane Valley, Anatone, Cloverland Road, Pullman, Colfax,
Oakesdale, Othello, Moscow, Wilbur, Waterville, Rockford,
Craigmont, Creston, Post Falls, Coulee City, Lapwai, Mountain
Road, Airway Heights, Culdesac, Plummer, Davenport, Moses Lake,
Genesee, La Crosse, Peola, Ephrata, Soldiers Meadow Road, Tekoa,
Downtown Spokane, Gifford, Odessa, Ritzville, Badger Mountain
Road, Grand Coulee, Lewiston, Harrington, Winchester, Fairfield,
Coeur d`Alene, Rosalia, Mansfield, Uniontown, Potlatch, Cheney,
Worley, Peck, Kamiah, Lewiston Grade, Quincy, Nezperce, and Hayden.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 6 AM PST Tuesday. For the High
Wind Watch, from Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In areas with saturated soils from previous
recent rainfall, trees and power lines could see higher impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to
the onset of winds.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ001-004-162015-
/O.CON.KMSO.WI.Y.0012.251216T0000Z-251216T1000Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.HW.A.0003.251217T1200Z-251218T0000Z/
Kootenai/Cabinet Region-Lower Clark Fork Region-
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 3 AM
MST TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with
gusts 40 to 50 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, southwest
winds 25 to 40 mph damaging gusts over 50 mph expected and greater
than 60 mph possible.
* WHERE...Kootenai/Cabinet Region and Lower Clark Fork Region.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to 3 AM MST
Tuesday. For the High Wind Watch, from late Tuesday night through
Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around
unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power
outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...For the High Wind Watch, bursts of heavy snow
and winter driving conditions are possible in higher valleys, over
mountain passes, and along the Divide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ002-161200-
/O.CON.KMSO.WI.Y.0012.251216T0200Z-251216T1200Z/
West Glacier Region-
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 AM
MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 40 to 50 mph
expected.
* WHERE...West Glacier Region.
* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 5 AM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ003-162015-
/O.CON.KMSO.WI.Y.0012.251216T0200Z-251216T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.HW.A.0003.251217T1200Z-251218T0000Z/
Flathead/Mission Valleys-
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 AM
MST TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with
around 50 mph expected and isolated higher gusts possible. For the
High Wind Watch, southwest winds 25 to 40 mph with damaging gusts
55 to 65 mph expected and greater than 70 mph possible.
* WHERE...Flathead/Mission Valleys.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 5 AM MST
Tuesday. For the High Wind Watch, from late Tuesday night through
Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around
unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power
outages may result.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ005-162015-
/O.EXB.KMSO.WI.Y.0012.251216T0600Z-251216T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.HW.A.0003.251217T1200Z-251218T0000Z/
Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys-
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 8 AM MST
TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with
gusts around 50 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, west winds
30 to 40 mph with damaging gusts 55 to 65 mph expected and greater
than 70 mph possible.
* WHERE...Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 11 PM this evening to 8 AM MST
Tuesday. For the High Wind Watch, from late Tuesday night through
Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around
unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power
outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...For tonight, the strongest gusts are not
expected to be widespread with highest gusts most likely to occur
in the Bitterroot Valley.
The the High Wind Watch, gusts could reach 80 mph in portions on the
Bitterroot Valley.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ043-162015-
/O.CON.KMSO.WI.Y.0012.251216T0200Z-251216T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.HW.A.0003.251217T1200Z-251218T0000Z/
Potomac/Seeley Lake Region-
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 AM
MST TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts
over 40 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 30 to 40
mph with damaging gusts over 50 mph expected and greater than 60
mph possible.
* WHERE...Potomac/Seeley Lake Region.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 5 AM MST
Tuesday. For the High Wind Watch, from late Tuesday night through
Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around
unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power
outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...For the High Wind Watch, bursts of heavy snow
and winter driving conditions are possible in higher valleys, over
mountain passes, and along the Divide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
1238 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ065-066-161800-
/O.CON.KBYZ.HW.W.0015.251216T0000Z-251216T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBYZ.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-251216T0000Z/
Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Fishtail, Nye, Livingston, Dean, Mc Leod,
and Limestone
1238 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11
AM MST TUESDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with
gusts up to 65 mph occurring. For the High Wind Warning, southwest
winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts to 75 mph expected.
* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 5 PM MST this afternoon. For
the High Wind Warning, from 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM MST
Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles. Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the
Beartooth Foothills.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Additional periods of strong winds are
expected Wednesday into Thursday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel
until winds subside, or take an alternate route.
&&
$$
Winter Storm Watch
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
252 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ301-307-161300-
/O.CON.KTFX.WS.A.0020.251217T0300Z-251218T0600Z/
East Glacier Park Region-Southern Rocky Mountain Front-
Including the following locations: Kiowa, Babb, Saint Mary, Logan
Pass, Rogers Pass, Marias Pass, and East Glacier Park
252 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 4 and
10 inches possible at Marias Pass with higher amounts over the
mountains in Glacier National Park. Winds could gust over 70 mph
at times.
* WHERE...The Continental Divide along the Rocky Mountain Front.
* WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Wednesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to dangerous and tire
chains may be required for some vehicles. Visibility may drop
below 1/4 mile at times due to falling and blowing snow. Those in
the backcountry should ensure they are prepared for dangerous
conditions.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Remember, a Winter Storm Watch means that there is at least a 50%
chance of impactful winter weather conditions during the watch
period.
&&
$$
RG
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Riverton WY
1258 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
WYZ001-002-012-014-015-024-161100-
/O.NEW.KRIW.WS.A.0011.251217T0800Z-251218T0600Z/
Yellowstone National Park-Absaroka Mountains-Teton and Gros
Ventre Mountains-Wind River Mountains West-Wind River Mountains
East-Salt River and Wyoming Ranges-
Including the cities of Lake, Mammoth, and Old Faithful
1258 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations 6 to 10
inches above 8000 feet possible, with near 12 inches at the
highest elevations. Widespread westerly winds gusting 40 to 60
mph, with isolated stronger winds.
* WHERE...Portions of central, northwest, and west central Wyoming.
* WHEN...From late Tuesday night through Wednesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Travel will likely be very difficult, namely along
mountain passes like Teton, Togwotee, and South Pass due to a
combination of strong winds and falling snow reducing visibilities.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of winds near 75 mph possible,
especially for eastern mountain slopes, like the eastern Absaroka
and Wind River Mountains. The heaviest snow occurs between about 1
AM and noon MST Wednesday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service, visit
https://weather.gov/riw/ .
Wittmann
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
127 PM MST Sun Dec 14 2025
MTZ002-162000-
/O.NEW.KMSO.WS.A.0011.251217T0300Z-251218T0600Z/
West Glacier Region-
127 PM MST Sun Dec 14 2025
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Heavy snow and damaging winds possible. There is a chance
of major winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations between
1 and 5 inches in the valleys and 8 to 15 inches possible at high
elevations, including Marias Pass. Winds could gust over 50 mph.
* WHERE...Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, Bad Rock Canyon, Essex,
Polebridge, Marias Pass, and Glacier National Park.
* WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Wednesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
blowing snow. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs
may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. For
MAJOR winter weather impacts, expect considerable disruptions to
normal activities. Dangerous or impossible traveling conditions.
Avoid travel in the impacted areas if possible. Widespread
closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. Widespread
blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening
commutes, especially over higher passes. Very strong winds could
cause extensive tree damage.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
&&
$$
JK
Flood Watch
Flood Watch
National Weather Service Spokane WA
202 PM PST Mon Dec 15 2025
IDC009-017-055-057-079-161000-
/O.CON.KOTX.FA.A.0006.251217T0000Z-251218T0000Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Benewah-Bonner-Kootenai-Latah-Shoshone-
Including the cities of Santa, Osburn, Murray, Sandpoint,
Wallace, St. Joe, Smelterville, Kingston, Bayview, St. Maries,
Emida, Cataldo, Careywood, Prichard, Pinehurst, Calder, Clark
Fork, Athol, Mullan, and Kellogg
202 PM PST Mon Dec 15 2025
...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...A portion of North Idaho, including the following
counties, Benewah, Bonner, Kootenai, Latah and Shoshone.
* WHEN...From Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur
in poor drainage and urban areas. Area creeks and streams are
running high and could flood with more heavy rain.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- There is an increased risk of rock and mud slides in areas of
steep terrain and near burn scars, especially in areas with
saturated soils from previous recent rainfall.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.
&&
$$
AS
High Wind Watch
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pocatello ID
308 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
IDZ051>058-062-065-068-070-075-162330-
/O.NEW.KPIH.HW.A.0001.251217T1200Z-251218T0000Z/
Shoshone/Lava Beds-Arco/Mud Lake Desert-Upper Snake River Plain-
Lower Snake River Plain-Eastern Magic Valley-Southern
Hills/Albion Mountains-Raft River Region-Marsh and Arbon
Highlands-Blackfoot Mountains-Teton Valley-Lost River Valley-
Challis/Pahsimeroi Valleys-Wood River Foothills-
Including the cities of Howe, Richfield, Albion, Chilly, Idaho
Falls, Almo, Henry, Bellevue, American Falls, Challis, Rupert,
Holbrook, Ashton, Heyburn, Picabo, McCammon, Fort Hall, Shoshone,
Mud Lake, Shelley, Carey, Craters of the Moon NM, Malta, Lava Hot
Springs, INL, Soda Springs, Downey, Mackay, Burley, Driggs,
Hailey, Tetonia, Grace, Inkom, Bone, St. Anthony, Pocatello,
Oakley, Rockland, Blackfoot, Arco, and Rexburg
308 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 60 mph possible.
* WHERE...Challis/Pahsimeroi Valleys, Lost River Valley, Wood River
Foothills, Teton Valley, Eastern Magic Valley, Shoshone/Lava Beds,
Arco/Mud Lake Desert,p to Blackfoot Mountains, Lower Snake River
Plain, Marsh and Arbon Highlands, Raft River Region, Southern
Hills/Albion Mountains, and Upper Snake River Plain.
* WHEN...From 5 AM to 5 PM Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles. Isolated damage to trees, powerlines, signs, and
outbuildings is possible, along with isolated power outages. Loose
outdoor objects could be blown around.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Secure loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds. Drivers of high profile
vehicles should consider scheduling travel outside the period of
expected high winds.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pocatello ID
308 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
IDZ064-069-071>074-162330-
/O.NEW.KPIH.HW.A.0001.251217T1200Z-251218T0000Z/
Big Hole Mountains-Lost River Range-Frank Church Wilderness-
Sawtooth/Stanley Basin-Sun Valley Region-Big Lost
Highlands/Copper Basin-
Including the cities of Copper Basin, Clayton, Stanley, Borah
Peak, Ketchum, Sun Valley, Galena, and Victor
308 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. 6
to 10 inches of snow above 7,000 feet combined with gusty winds
could result in visibility reductions due to blowing and drifting
snow.
* WHERE...Big Lost Highlands/Copper Basin, Frank Church Wilderness,
Lost River Range, Sawtooth/Stanley Basin, Sun Valley Region, and
Big Hole Mountains.
* WHEN...From 5 AM to 5 PM Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles. Isolated damage to trees, powerlines, signs, and
outbuildings is possible, along with isolated power outages. Loose
outdoor objects could be blown around. Blowing and drifting snow
could result in decreased visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Secure loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds. Drivers of high profile
vehicles should consider scheduling travel outside the period of
expected high winds.
&&
$$
Visit weather.gov/pocatello for more information.
Cropp
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Boise ID
152 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
IDZ012-014-016-028-ORZ064-161400-
/O.NEW.KBOI.HW.A.0002.251217T1200Z-251217T2100Z/
/O.CON.KBOI.AS.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-251216T1200Z/
Lower Treasure Valley-Upper Treasure Valley-Western Magic Valley-
Camas Prairie-Oregon Lower Treasure Valley-
Including the cities of Hill City, Nyssa, Twin Falls, Fairfield,
Soldier, Ontario, Nampa, Selby, Boise, Caldwell, Corral, and
Blaine
152 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025 /1252 PM PST Mon Dec 15 2025/
...AIR STAGNATION ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST /4 AM
PST/ TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, an extended period of
stagnant air, with light winds and little vertical mixing. This is
due to an inversion near the surface that will continue to trap
pollutants. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 30 to 40 mph with
gusts up to 60 mph possible.
* WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Idaho and
southeast Oregon.
* WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 5 AM MST /4 AM PST/
Tuesday. For the High Wind Watch, from late Tuesday night through
Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with
respiratory problems. Damaging winds could blow down trees and
power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could
be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Persons with respiratory illness should follow their physicians
advice for dealing with high levels of air pollution during periods
of stagnant air.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Boise ID
152 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
ORZ061>063-161400-
/O.NEW.KBOI.HW.A.0002.251217T1200Z-251217T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBOI.AS.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-251216T1200Z/
Harney County-Baker County-Malheur County-
Including the cities of Dunnean, Venator, Burns, Crane, New
Princeton, Baker, Diamond, Buchanan, and Malheur City
1252 PM PST Mon Dec 15 2025 /152 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025/
...AIR STAGNATION ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST /5 AM
MST/ TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, an extended period of
stagnant air, with light winds and little vertical mixing. This is
due to an inversion near the surface that will continue to trap
pollutants. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 25 to 35 mph with
gusts up to 60 mph possible.
* WHERE...Baker County, Harney County, and Malheur County.
* WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 4 AM PST /5 AM MST/
Tuesday. For the High Wind Watch, from late Tuesday night through
Wednesday morning.
* IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with
respiratory problems. Damaging winds could blow down trees and
power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could
be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Persons with respiratory illness should follow their physicians
advice for dealing with high levels of air pollution during periods
of stagnant air.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
1235 PM PST Mon Dec 15 2025
IDZ001-004-WAZ032-037-038-041-047-048-161500-
/O.CON.KOTX.HW.A.0003.251217T0600Z-251218T0000Z/
Northern Panhandle-Central Panhandle Mountains-Lower Garfield and
Asotin Counties-Northeast Mountains-Okanogan Highlands-Wenatchee
Area-Central Chelan County-Western Chelan County-
Including the cities of Pomeroy, Chewelah, Sherman Pass, Pangborn
Airport, Clark Fork, Metaline Falls, Wenatchee, Clarkston, Holden
Village, Dobson Pass, Boulder Creek Road, Inchelium, Mullan,
Fruitland, Lookout Pass, Republic, Chesaw Road, Fernwood, Fourth
Of July Pass, Flowery Trail Road, Northport, Stevens Pass, Priest
River, Number 2 Canyon, Wauconda, Stehekin, Deer Park, Plain,
Orin-Rice Road, Metaline, Osburn, Wallace, Colville, Tiger,
Entiat, Athol, Alpowa Summit, Leavenworth, Ione, Kellogg, Bonners
Ferry, Sandpoint, St. Maries, Chelan, Kettle Falls, Schweitzer
Mountain Road, Newport, Springdale-Hunters Road, Cashmere, Number
1 Canyon, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Pinehurst, and Eastport
1235 PM PST Mon Dec 15 2025
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
possible. Isolated wind gusts up to 70 mph are possible in higher
terrain areas.
* WHERE...Pomeroy, Chewelah, Sherman Pass, Pangborn Airport, Clark
Fork, Metaline Falls, Wenatchee, Clarkston, Holden Village, Dobson
Pass, Boulder Creek Road, Inchelium, Mullan, Fruitland, Lookout
Pass, Republic, Chesaw Road, Fernwood, Fourth Of July Pass,
Flowery Trail Road, Northport, Stevens Pass, Priest River, Number
2 Canyon, Wauconda, Stehekin, Deer Park, Plain, Orin-Rice Road,
Metaline, Osburn, Wallace, Colville, Tiger, Entiat, Athol, Alpowa
Summit, Leavenworth, Ione, Kellogg, Bonners Ferry, Sandpoint, St.
Maries, Chelan, Kettle Falls, Schweitzer Mountain Road, Newport,
Springdale-Hunters Road, Cashmere, Number 1 Canyon, Highway 20
Wauconda Summit, Pinehurst, and Eastport.
* WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In areas with saturated soils from previous
recent rainfall, trees and power lines could see higher impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to
the onset of winds.
&&
$$
OTX
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
1235 PM PST Mon Dec 15 2025
IDZ002-003-026-027-WAZ031-033>036-044-161500-
/O.CON.KOTX.WI.Y.0016.251215T2100Z-251216T1400Z/
/O.CON.KOTX.HW.A.0003.251217T0600Z-251218T0000Z/
Coeur d`Alene Area-Idaho Palouse-Lewiston Area-Lewis and Southern
Nez Perce Counties-Northeast Blue Mountains-Washington Palouse-
Moses Lake Area-Upper Columbia Basin-Spokane Area-Waterville
Plateau-
Including the cities of Spokane Valley, Anatone, Cloverland Road,
Pullman, Colfax, Oakesdale, Othello, Moscow, Wilbur, Waterville,
Rockford, Craigmont, Creston, Post Falls, Coulee City, Lapwai,
Mountain Road, Airway Heights, Culdesac, Plummer, Davenport,
Moses Lake, Genesee, La Crosse, Peola, Ephrata, Soldiers Meadow
Road, Tekoa, Downtown Spokane, Gifford, Odessa, Ritzville, Badger
Mountain Road, Grand Coulee, Lewiston, Harrington, Winchester,
Fairfield, Coeur d`Alene, Rosalia, Mansfield, Uniontown,
Potlatch, Cheney, Worley, Peck, Kamiah, Lewiston Grade, Quincy,
Nezperce, and Hayden
1235 PM PST Mon Dec 15 2025
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM PST TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with
gusts up to 45 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, southwest
winds 25 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible and up to 70
mph isolated gusts in higher terrain.
* WHERE...Spokane Valley, Anatone, Cloverland Road, Pullman, Colfax,
Oakesdale, Othello, Moscow, Wilbur, Waterville, Rockford,
Craigmont, Creston, Post Falls, Coulee City, Lapwai, Mountain
Road, Airway Heights, Culdesac, Plummer, Davenport, Moses Lake,
Genesee, La Crosse, Peola, Ephrata, Soldiers Meadow Road, Tekoa,
Downtown Spokane, Gifford, Odessa, Ritzville, Badger Mountain
Road, Grand Coulee, Lewiston, Harrington, Winchester, Fairfield,
Coeur d`Alene, Rosalia, Mansfield, Uniontown, Potlatch, Cheney,
Worley, Peck, Kamiah, Lewiston Grade, Quincy, Nezperce, and Hayden.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 6 AM PST Tuesday. For the High
Wind Watch, from Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In areas with saturated soils from previous
recent rainfall, trees and power lines could see higher impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to
the onset of winds.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
IDZ005>008-162015-
/O.CON.KMSO.HW.A.0003.251217T0600Z-251218T0000Z/
Northern Clearwater Mountains-Southern Clearwater Mountains-
Orofino/Grangeville Region-Lower Hells Canyon/Salmon River Region-
1216 PM PST Mon Dec 15 2025
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 40 mph with damaging gusts over 50
mph expected and greater than 60 mph possible.
* WHERE...Lower Hells Canyon/Salmon River Region,
Orofino/Grangeville Region, Southern Clearwater Mountains, and
Northern Clearwater Mountains.
* WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds could gust over 70 mph in the Camas
Prairie, including Grangeville.
Bursts of heavy snow and winter driving conditions are possible in
higher valleys and over mountain passes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
IDZ009-010-MTZ006-007-162015-
/O.CON.KMSO.HW.A.0003.251217T1200Z-251218T0000Z/
Western Lemhi County-Eastern Lemhi County-Bitterroot/Sapphire
Mountains-Butte/Blackfoot Region-
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with damaging gusts over 50 mph
expected and greater than 60 mph possible.
* WHERE...In Idaho, Eastern Lemhi County and Western Lemhi County.
In Montana, Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains and Butte/Blackfoot
Region.
* WHEN...From late Tuesday night through Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Bursts of heavy snow and winter driving
conditions are possible in higher valleys, over mountain passes,
and along the Divide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
&&
$$
JK
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ001-004-162015-
/O.CON.KMSO.WI.Y.0012.251216T0000Z-251216T1000Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.HW.A.0003.251217T1200Z-251218T0000Z/
Kootenai/Cabinet Region-Lower Clark Fork Region-
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 3 AM
MST TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with
gusts 40 to 50 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, southwest
winds 25 to 40 mph damaging gusts over 50 mph expected and greater
than 60 mph possible.
* WHERE...Kootenai/Cabinet Region and Lower Clark Fork Region.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to 3 AM MST
Tuesday. For the High Wind Watch, from late Tuesday night through
Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around
unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power
outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...For the High Wind Watch, bursts of heavy snow
and winter driving conditions are possible in higher valleys, over
mountain passes, and along the Divide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ003-162015-
/O.CON.KMSO.WI.Y.0012.251216T0200Z-251216T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.HW.A.0003.251217T1200Z-251218T0000Z/
Flathead/Mission Valleys-
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 AM
MST TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with
around 50 mph expected and isolated higher gusts possible. For the
High Wind Watch, southwest winds 25 to 40 mph with damaging gusts
55 to 65 mph expected and greater than 70 mph possible.
* WHERE...Flathead/Mission Valleys.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 5 AM MST
Tuesday. For the High Wind Watch, from late Tuesday night through
Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around
unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power
outages may result.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ005-162015-
/O.EXB.KMSO.WI.Y.0012.251216T0600Z-251216T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMSO.HW.A.0003.251217T1200Z-251218T0000Z/
Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys-
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 8 AM MST
TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with
gusts around 50 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, west winds
30 to 40 mph with damaging gusts 55 to 65 mph expected and greater
than 70 mph possible.
* WHERE...Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 11 PM this evening to 8 AM MST
Tuesday. For the High Wind Watch, from late Tuesday night through
Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around
unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power
outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...For tonight, the strongest gusts are not
expected to be widespread with highest gusts most likely to occur
in the Bitterroot Valley.
The the High Wind Watch, gusts could reach 80 mph in portions on the
Bitterroot Valley.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
MTZ043-162015-
/O.CON.KMSO.WI.Y.0012.251216T0200Z-251216T1200Z/
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Potomac/Seeley Lake Region-
116 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 AM
MST TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts
over 40 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 30 to 40
mph with damaging gusts over 50 mph expected and greater than 60
mph possible.
* WHERE...Potomac/Seeley Lake Region.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 5 AM MST
Tuesday. For the High Wind Watch, from late Tuesday night through
Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around
unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power
outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...For the High Wind Watch, bursts of heavy snow
and winter driving conditions are possible in higher valleys, over
mountain passes, and along the Divide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
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Air Stagnation Advisory
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Boise ID
152 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
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West Central Mountains-Boise Mountains-Upper Weiser River-
Including the cities of Big Creek, Bear, Glendale, Warm Lake,
Pine, Indian Valley, Cambridge, Council, Mesa, Ola, Anderson Dam,
Fruitvale, Prairie, McCall, Goodrich, Cascade, and Cuprum
152 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
...AIR STAGNATION ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...An extended period of stagnant air, with light winds and
little vertical mixing. This is due to an inversion near the
surface that will continue to trap pollutants.
* WHERE...Boise Mountains, Upper Weiser River, and West Central
Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with
respiratory problems.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Persons with respiratory illness should follow their physicians
advice for dealing with high levels of air pollution during periods
of stagnant air.
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Boise ID
152 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
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Lower Treasure Valley-Upper Treasure Valley-Western Magic Valley-
Camas Prairie-Oregon Lower Treasure Valley-
Including the cities of Hill City, Nyssa, Twin Falls, Fairfield,
Soldier, Ontario, Nampa, Selby, Boise, Caldwell, Corral, and
Blaine
152 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025 /1252 PM PST Mon Dec 15 2025/
...AIR STAGNATION ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST /4 AM
PST/ TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, an extended period of
stagnant air, with light winds and little vertical mixing. This is
due to an inversion near the surface that will continue to trap
pollutants. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 30 to 40 mph with
gusts up to 60 mph possible.
* WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Idaho and
southeast Oregon.
* WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 5 AM MST /4 AM PST/
Tuesday. For the High Wind Watch, from late Tuesday night through
Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with
respiratory problems. Damaging winds could blow down trees and
power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could
be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Persons with respiratory illness should follow their physicians
advice for dealing with high levels of air pollution during periods
of stagnant air.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
&&
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Boise ID
152 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
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Harney County-Baker County-Malheur County-
Including the cities of Dunnean, Venator, Burns, Crane, New
Princeton, Baker, Diamond, Buchanan, and Malheur City
1252 PM PST Mon Dec 15 2025 /152 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025/
...AIR STAGNATION ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST /5 AM
MST/ TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, an extended period of
stagnant air, with light winds and little vertical mixing. This is
due to an inversion near the surface that will continue to trap
pollutants. For the High Wind Watch, west winds 25 to 35 mph with
gusts up to 60 mph possible.
* WHERE...Baker County, Harney County, and Malheur County.
* WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 4 AM PST /5 AM MST/
Tuesday. For the High Wind Watch, from late Tuesday night through
Wednesday morning.
* IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with
respiratory problems. Damaging winds could blow down trees and
power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could
be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Persons with respiratory illness should follow their physicians
advice for dealing with high levels of air pollution during periods
of stagnant air.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
&&
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Hazardous Weather Outlook
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Riverton WY
207 AM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
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Yellowstone National Park-Absaroka Mountains-Cody Foothills-
North Bighorn Basin-Southwest Bighorn Basin-Southeast Bighorn Basin-
Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains-Bighorn Mountains West-
Bighorn Mountains Southeast-Northeast Johnson County-
Southeast Johnson County-Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains-
Jackson Hole-Wind River Mountains West-Wind River Mountains East-
Upper Wind River Basin-Wind River Basin-Lander Foothills-
Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range-
Natrona County Lower Elevations-Casper Mountain-Star Valley-
Salt River and Wyoming Ranges-Upper Green River Basin Foothills-
Upper Green River Basin-South Lincoln County-
Rock Springs and Green River-Flaming Gorge-East Sweetwater County-
207 AM MST Mon Dec 15 2025
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Western and Central Wyoming.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight.
Dry conditions and above normal temperatures return today. Gusty
winds will be mainly confined to the Wind Corridor and the east
slopes of the Absaroka, Bighorn and Wind River Mountains.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday.
Tuesday...A few inches of snow will occur over the higher elevations
in the western mountains tonight into Tuesday night. Rain to a
rain/snow mix will occur in the Jackson and Star Valleys during the
day and into the evening.
Tuesday night to Wednesday night...Snow spreading into the western
mountains. Strong to high wind likely across much of the area.
Thursday night and Friday...Another chance for snow in the west
and strong to high wind east of the Divide.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.
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Hydrologic Outlook
Hydrologic Outlook
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Hydrologic Outlook
National Weather Service Missoula MT
1216 PM MST Sun Dec 14 2025
...AN ATMOSPHERIC RIVER PRODUCING MODERATE TO HEAVY PRECIPITATION
WILL INCREASE THE RISK FOR ROCK AND LANDSLIDES, ALONG WITH RISING
CREEKS AND RIVERS...
NORTHWEST MONTANA
A prolonged Atmospheric River is expected to impact Western Montana
and North-Central Idaho from Monday through Wednesday, bringing
moderate to heavy precipitation. Snow levels are anticipated to
start around 7,000 feet on Monday before falling to valley floors
behind a cold front early Wednesday. The most likely rainfall
scenario forecasts 0.75 to 1.25 inches for the valleys of Lincoln,
Mineral, Sanders and Flathead Counties in northwest Montana. 1.50
to 3 inches expected in the mountains. A high-end scenario could
bring a total of 4 inches to the Cabinet and Purcell Mountains.
Due to already saturated ground, rainfall will increase the risk of
rock and landslides across northwest Montana. Continue to monitor
the latest forecast updates as this system approaches.
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