A very strong early March storm system moved across the northern Rockies during the first few days of the month. Strong jet dynamics, Pacific moisture aloft, along with a strong surface low across central Wyoming all resulted in heavy snow and strong gusty winds across portions of the Billings Forecast Area.

Winter Storm in FALLON, MONTANA
From 04-MAR-18 07:00:00 to 06-MAR-18 02:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Freezing drizzle, fog, gusty 40 mph winds, along with snow and blowing snow were reported across the area. This all resulted in very poor visibilities. State highways were closed.

Winter Storm in NORTHERN ROSEBUD, MONTANA
From 04-MAR-18 13:00:00 to 05-MAR-18 02:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Freezing drizzle, gusty winds, snow and blowing snow resulted in reduced visibilities and severe driving conditions.

Winter Storm in LIVINGSTON AREA, MONTANA
From 03-MAR-18 22:00:00 to 04-MAR-18 18:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 5 to 7 inches along with severe driving conditions were reported on Bozeman Pass.

Winter Storm in JUDITH GAP, MONTANA
From 03-MAR-18 22:00:00 to 04-MAR-18 18:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 8 inches along with severe driving conditions were reported. Highway 191 was closed from Harlowton to Judith Gap.

Winter Storm in RED LODGE FOOTHILLS, MONTANA
From 03-MAR-18 16:00:00 to 04-MAR-18 19:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall amounts of 6 to 11 inches were reported across the area.

Winter Storm in GOLDEN VALLEY, MONTANA
From 03-MAR-18 16:00:00 to 04-MAR-18 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 9 inches along with 1/4 mile visibilities was common across the area.

Blizzard in FALLON, MONTANA
From 05-MAR-18 10:00:00 to 05-MAR-18 17:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Frequent wind gusts 40 to 50 mph producing significant blowing snow resulted in widespread whiteout conditions. Most state highways were closed including 12 (between Miles City and Baker), 7 (between Wibaux and Ekalaka) and 323 south to Alzada. Schools were also closed across the area.

Blizzard in CARTER, MONTANA
From 05-MAR-18 10:00:00 to 05-MAR-18 17:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Frequent wind gusts 40 to 50 mph producing significant blowing snow resulted in widespread whiteout conditions. Most state highways were closed including 12 (between Miles City and Baker), 7 (between Wibaux and Ekalaka) and 323 south to Alzada. Schools were also closed across the area. In addition, many power outages occurred due to high winds and ice build up on power lines from fog and freezing drizzle.

Winter Storm in TREASURE, MONTANA
From 03-MAR-18 16:00:00 to 05-MAR-18 00:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snow and reduced visibilities resulted in severe driving conditions along I-90 from Billings to Hysham.

Winter Storm in BEARTOOTH FOOTHILLS, MONTANA
From 03-MAR-18 16:00:00 to 04-MAR-18 18:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall amounts of 6 to 9 inches were reported across the area.

Winter Storm in CARTER, MONTANA
From 04-MAR-18 07:00:00 to 06-MAR-18 02:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Freezing drizzle, fog, gusty 40 mph winds, along with snow and blowing snow were reported across the area. This all resulted in very poor visibilities. State highways were closed.

Winter Storm in NORTHERN SWEET GRASS, MONTANA
From 03-MAR-18 22:00:00 to 04-MAR-18 19:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 6 inches was reported across the area. Numerous slide-offs were also reported.

Winter Storm in EASTERN CARBON, MONTANA
From 03-MAR-18 16:00:00 to 04-MAR-18 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 6 to 8 inches was reported across the area.

Winter Storm in YELLOWSTONE, MONTANA
From 03-MAR-18 14:00:00 to 04-MAR-18 22:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 6 to 10 inches was reported across the area. Severe driving conditions and numerous slide-offs were reported from Billings to Hysham.

Winter Storm in NORTHERN STILLWATER, MONTANA
From 03-MAR-18 14:00:00 to 04-MAR-18 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 6 to 10 inches was reported, along with numerous slide-offs and poor travel conditions.

Winter Storm in MUSSELSHELL, MONTANA
From 03-MAR-18 14:00:00 to 04-MAR-18 22:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 6 to 8 inches was reported along with severe driving conditions.

Winter Storm in SOUTHERN WHEATLAND, MONTANA
From 04-MAR-18 00:00:00 to 04-MAR-18 18:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Highway 191 was closed due to severe driving conditions.

Winter Storm in ABSAROKEE / BEARTOOTH MOUNTAINS, MONTANA
From 03-MAR-18 00:00:00 to 04-MAR-18 18:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Snowfall of 13 inches was reported in the Silver Gate area.