Weather Alerts For Lake McDonald, MT

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Missoula MT 1245 AM MST Fri Jan 2 2026 ...SNOW AND WINTRY MIX TODAY... .This set of Winter Weather Advisories has been issued due to concerns for mixed precipitation types given the recent colder weather and subsequently cold road temperatures. Do not expect significant or major accumulations amounts of ice and/or snow. Rain or wet snow falling on frozen surfaces can easily become very slick and exacerbated by compaction and/or frictional heating from tires on roadways. West Glacier Region- 1245 AM MST Fri Jan 2 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Snow. There is a likelihood of ongoing moderate winter weather impacts. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. * WHERE...Bad Rock Canyon, Essex, Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, Glacier National Park, Marias Pass, and Polebridge. * WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE winter weather impacts, expect disruptions to normal activities. Hazardous traveling conditions. Use extra caution while driving. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning commute, especially over higher passes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. &&