La Niña

Western Montana Anticipating La Niña Weather Patterns This Winter

Wintery weather dominates both the short- and long-term forecasts for western Montana with a La Niña weather pattern that should make the 2021-22 winter wetter and cooler than average. We’re expected to see accumulations of snow in the higher terrain that could impact mountain passes. Westerly winds of 30 to 45 miles an hour will accompa...