Snow Expected To Impact Thanksgiving Travel In Montana
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Brace yourself because not one but two cold fronts are on track to impact Montana over Thanksgiving.
The first cold front will "Backdoor" into Montana from the Northeast corner of the state this afternoon and evening.
This air mass is expected to bring frigid temperatures that will drop much of the state below freezing through Friday.
The second cold front will move in from the Pacific Ocean and meet with the Canadian Cold Front somewhere along the Rockies.
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The Upper-Level Low-Pressure system driving this weather event will draw a decent amount of moisture into the state.
The most significant weather impacts are expected in southwestern Montana.
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Rain will begin to impact the lower elevations on Wednesday.
The rain is expected to turn to snow overnight, and lingering flurries are expected on Thanksgiving.
Snow is likely in the mountains Wednesday evening and will last well into Thursday.
Road surfaces may freeze, leading to slippery conditions on Thanksgiving Day.
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