Montana Winter Weather Awareness Week

October 19-23, 2009

Photo Courtesy of NWS Glasgow - Hills south of Fort Peck Lake - March 25, 2008.

Overview

Watch / Warning Program

Winter Weather Climatology

Be Prepared

Safety: Caught in the Storm

Weather Sources

The National Weather Service (NWS) offices in Montana are sponsoring the winter weather awareness week. This information is provided in order to inform you on the different types of winter weather we have in Montana and also to provide safety information related to each type. Click on one of the tabs above to learn more.

Monday, October 19: NWS Watch and Warning Program

Tuesday, October 20: Winter Weather Climatology

Wednesday, October 21: Be Prepared Ahead of the Storm

Thursday, October 22: Safety: Caught in the Storm

Friday, October 23: Weather Information Sources

Montana has four National Weather Service offices that serve the state. We issue watches and warnings for the protection of life and property. For additional information, contact your local NWS office:

Photo Courtesy of Don Moore - Billings, MT, October 4-5, 2005.