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Scattered showers are continuing across the region today. Snow levels are around 5,000-6,000 feet. A few isolated thunderstorms are possible in northwest Montana.

Future Tracker at{ } 8 p.m. Monday

Future Tracker at{ } 8 p.m. Monday

Showers taper off tonight as conditions become mostly dry Tuesday. Highs will be in the 50s to low 60s.

Today and Tonight's Forecast

Today and Tonight's Forecast

A stronger system arrives Tuesday night into Wednesday, bringing widespread precipitation and falling snow levels, initially across northwest Montana.

Future Tracker at 11 a.m. Tuesday

Future Tracker at 11 a.m. Tuesday

Winter driving conditions are expected for Marias, Lookout, and Lolo passes to start Wednesday, with average snowfall totals of 2 to 5 inches likely by midday.

Future Tracker at{ } 3 p.m. Wednesday

Future Tracker at{ } 3 p.m. Wednesday

A strong cold front on Wednesday will bring gusty winds and drop snow levels to valley floors by Thursday.

Snow Level Forecast

Snow Level Forecast

While valley impacts look limited, mountain passes could see an additional 2 to 5 inches of snow Wednesday night through Thursday. Moderate pass travel impacts are looking more likely at this time.

Mountain pass snowfall through Thursday PM

Mountain pass snowfall through Thursday PM

Isolated snow squalls could develop on southwest Montana Wednesday evening.

Next 5 Days - Missoula's Highs

Next 5 Days – Missoula's Highs

High temperatures will fall well below average Thursday, only warming into the upper 30s and 40s.

Next 5 Days - Precipitation Chances

Next 5 Days – Precipitation Chances

This weekend will see a warming, drying tend, but it will only be brief. Another round of cool, showery weather looks to return early next week.

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