Station Name: Madison River at Kirby Ranch nr Cameron MT
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 5,879 feet

Nearest Address:
W Fork Brg
Cameron, MT 59720
Madison County

GPS Coordinates: 44.88865556, -111.580886

Nearby Water Temperatures

High Wind Warning issued March 11 at 1:33AM MDT until March 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT

Effective: Wed March 11, 2026, 1:33 AM
Expires: Wed March 11, 2026, 6:00 PM

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts of between 65 and 80 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and southwest Montana. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 6 PM MDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could be very difficult to dangerous, especially for high profile or light weight vehicles. Blowing dust or snow could significantly reduce visibility at times.

Those traveling with high profile or light weight vehicles should consider delaying travel or find an alternate route.

High Wind Warning issued March 11 at 12:51PM MDT until March 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT

Effective: Wed March 11, 2026, 12:51 PM
Expires: Thu March 12, 2026, 6:15 AM

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts of between 65 and 80 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and southwest Montana. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 6 PM MDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could be very difficult to dangerous, especially for high profile or light weight vehicles. Blowing dust or snow could significantly reduce visibility at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak wind speeds are likely between 6 AM and 11 AM Thursday.

Those traveling with high profile or light weight vehicles should consider delaying travel or find an alternate route.

Winter Storm Watch issued March 11 at 2:24AM MDT until March 14 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY

Effective: Wed March 11, 2026, 2:24 AM
Expires: Wed March 11, 2026, 7:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet over the higher elevations of southern and eastern YNP. 6 to 12 inches in central portions of Yellowstone mainly above 7,500 ft, and between 1 and 4 inches in Lamar Valley and Mammoth. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph at times. * WHERE...Yellowstone National Park. * WHEN...From this evening through Saturday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult especially in the backcountry. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall will differ in intensity over a 3 day span with periods of moderate to heavy snowfall. Periodic wind gusts in excess of 50 mph and snowfall will likely create near whiteout conditions at times. Warm temperatures during the day will likely lead to a transition over to rain, mainly across elevations below 7,500 feet with a return to snow by nightfall.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Winter Weather Advisory issued March 11 at 10:51AM MDT until March 13 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY

Effective: Wed March 11, 2026, 10:51 AM
Expires: Thu March 12, 2026, 7:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 4 inches across most higher elevations, and accumulations 6 to 11 inches over the Pitchstone Plateau. Up to 1 inch near Mammoth. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Yellowstone National Park. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to midnight MDT Thursday Night. * IMPACTS...A combination of falling snow and strong winds will make travel difficult, especially in the backcountry.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For graphical depictions of the snowfall forecast, including the official NWS forecast, high end amounts, and low end amounts, visit https://weather.gov/riw/winter. For winter road conditions from the Wyoming Department of Transportation, visit https://wyoroad.info.

High Wind Warning issued March 11 at 1:31PM MDT until March 12 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID

Effective: Wed March 11, 2026, 1:31 PM
Expires: Thu March 12, 2026, 4:45 AM

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Teton Valley, Arco/Mud Lake Desert, Southern Hills/Albion Mountains, and Upper Snake River Plain. * WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM MDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Isolated damage to trees, powerlines, signs, and outbuildings is expected, along with isolated power outages. Loose outdoor objects will be blown around.

Secure or bring inside loose outdoor objects before the high winds begin. During the high winds, avoid being outside in forested areas or around trees, branches, and powerlines. Use caution if you must drive, and keep both hands firmly on the steering wheel. Drivers of high profile vehicles should consider delaying travel until the high winds subside.