An arctic front moved across the forecast area and remained in place for several days. At the same time, abundant moisture moved off the Pacific Ocean and across this arctic air. As a result, a prolonged overrunning event resulting in heavy snow occurred across most of the Billings Forecast Area.

Winter Storm in CRAZY MOUNTAINS, MONTANA
From 08-MAR-17 17:00:00 to 10-MAR-17 11:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SNOTEL

Snowfall of 12 to 24 inches was reported across portions of the Crazy Mountains.

Winter Storm in ABSAROKEE / BEARTOOTH MOUNTAINS, MONTANA
From 07-MAR-17 19:00:00 to 10-MAR-17 11:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SNOTEL

Area Snotels received around 12 to 24 inches of new snow.

Winter Storm in POWDER RIVER, MONTANA
From 08-MAR-17 19:00:00 to 10-MAR-17 14:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 5 to 6 inches was common around Broadus with 13 inches across the Lame Deer Divide.

Winter Storm in SOUTHERN ROSEBUD, MONTANA
From 08-MAR-17 23:00:00 to 10-MAR-17 14:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Ashland received 7 inches of snow.

Winter Storm in NORTHERN BIG HORN, MONTANA
From 08-MAR-17 21:00:00 to 10-MAR-17 10:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 6 inches along with freezing rain was reported across the area.

Winter Storm in NORTHERN ROSEBUD, MONTANA
From 08-MAR-17 20:00:00 to 10-MAR-17 14:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 5 to 6 inches along with freezing rain was reported across the area.

Winter Storm in TREASURE, MONTANA
From 08-MAR-17 21:00:00 to 10-MAR-17 10:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 4 to 6 inches along with freezing rain was reported across the area.

Winter Storm in GOLDEN VALLEY, MONTANA
From 08-MAR-17 18:00:00 to 10-MAR-17 10:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of at least 6 inches along with freezing rain was reported across the area.

Winter Storm in NORTHERN SWEET GRASS, MONTANA
From 08-MAR-17 20:00:00 to 10-MAR-17 09:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 15 inches was reported across the area. In addition, multiple accidents were reported on Interstate 90.

Winter Storm in YELLOWSTONE, MONTANA
From 08-MAR-17 21:00:00 to 10-MAR-17 10:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 6 to 12 inches along with slick roads were reported across the area. Multiple accidents were reported on Interstate 90.

Winter Storm in NORTHERN STILLWATER, MONTANA
From 08-MAR-17 19:00:00 to 10-MAR-17 09:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 12 inches was reported across the area. In addition, semi truck accidents were reported on Interstate 90.

Winter Storm in MUSSELSHELL, MONTANA
From 08-MAR-17 21:00:00 to 10-MAR-17 10:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 6 inches was reported across the area.