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Winter Returns Across the Northern Tier; Record Warmth for the Southwest

A large high pressure system will usher in cold air for this first day of March across the northern Plains, Great Lakes, Northeast and mid-Atlantic. Some wintry precipitation may evolve across the mid-Mississippi Valley, Ohio Valley and mid-Atlantic through Monday. Meanwhile, record warmth will spread across the Southwest, southern Plains through early this week. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sun, Mar 1, 2026 at 12:44:19 pm MST

There are no watches, warnings, or advisories at this time.

🏔️ A shift to cooler and wetter weather is on the way for mid-week! 🚗 The Main Impact: Expect slick mountain passes starting Wednesday evening. If you’re traveling over the divide or through the high country, be prepared for winter driving conditions. ❄️ Valleys: Potential for a rain/snow mix or light snow accumulations by Thursday morning as temperatures drop back to near-normal (40s). 📍 Where: All of Western Montana and North-Central Idaho. 📅 When: Wednesday, March 4 through Saturday, March 7. 💻 Full details: weather.gov/MSO

 

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