Two to Four Feet of Snow and Blowing Snow Expected Across the Beartooths and Crazies

Expect travel to be affected through Wednesday

By Denise Rivette

The Billings office of the National Weather Service predicts heavy snow will begin to affect the Beartooth/Absaroka and Crazy Mountains this weekend and will affect the area through Wednesday. “The greatest snowfall amounts will occur on west and southwest-facing slopes, including the mountains around Cooke City. Lower elevations will see some snow behind a cold front tonight and Sunday. Plan accordingly if you will be traveling or venturing outdoors.”

Snowfall in the Beartooth-Absaroka Mountains is anticipated to be particularly heavy, with total amounts expected to range from 2 to 4 FEET. Several inches of snow will fall at lower elevations, especially west of Rosebud County where at least 8 inches of accumulation is expected.

Be prepared for difficult travel conditions and plan accordingly!