Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 2 at 1:02PM MST until January 4 at 8:00AM MST by NWS Missoula MT
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 2, 2025 - 12:02pm
Expires:
January 3, 2025 - 2:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Likelihood of minor to
moderate impacts from around 1 to 3 inches of snow is 80 percent,
and 3 to 6 inches of snow is 20 percent. Ice accumulations around
a light glaze.
* WHERE...Bitterroot Valley and Missoula.
* WHEN...From 5 AM Friday to 8 AM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes,
especially over higher passes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Very light snow is expected to start Friday
morning, but portions of the Bitterroot Valley will experience
mixed precipitation. There is a question of how long the snow will
last in the Missoula Valley, but there is also a chance of
switching over to freezing rain in the afternoon. The Bitterroot
Valley may improve in the afternoon, but expect black ice
development after dark. Mixed precipitation continues Friday night.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
Area Description:
Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys
Forcast Office:
NWS Missoula MT