MISSOULA — It will start feeling like summer just in time for Memorial Day today.
Here's a look at the week ahead in Western Montana:
Today (Monday/Memorial Day): Temperatures will be warming to the 70s and 80s for Memorial Day. Sunny skies will hold on until later this afternoon, when a cold front looks to roll in. The front will lead to isolated/scattered thunderstorms this afternoon, mainly in Southwest Montana. Some of these could be on the stronger side — expect brief heavy rain, gusty winds around 50 mph, and maybe even some small hail. Things should quiet down after sunset.
Watch the forecast:
Tuesday: Still warm, with highs about 10 degrees above normal.
Wednesday & Thursday: Hot and dry weather settles in, with Thursday likely being the hottest day of the week. Some areas, especially in the valleys — like Missoula and the Bitterroot — could hit 90 degrees. Late Thursday, a weak system could bring a few showers or storms, especially for northwest Montana.
Friday into the weekend: A few lingering showers are possible Friday, but then it’s back to hot and dry conditions for the weekend. Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts — a slight cool-down might be on the way by early next week.
Watch the 24/7 StormTracker Weather stream below:
