Station Name: Big Hole River near Glen MT
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 4,843 feet

Nearest Address:
801–825 Burma Rd
Glen, MT 59754
Beaverhead County

GPS Coordinates: 45.4400944, -112.5560917

Nearby Water Temperatures

Winter Storm Warning issued March 11 at 5:53PM MDT until March 13 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT

Effective: Wed March 11, 2026, 11:53 PM
Expires: Thu March 12, 2026, 12:00 PM

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 7 inches in the Upper Blackfoot Valley, Lincoln area, and Big Hole Pass with 6 to 13 inches over Flesher pass, Macdonald Pass, and Chief Joseph Pass. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph may create significant visibility reductions in blowing snow Thursday. * WHERE...Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass and Northwest Beaverhead County. * WHEN...Until noon MDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they are prepared for dangerous conditions. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. Remember, a Winter Storm Warning means that there is at least an 80% chance of impactful winter weather conditions during the warning period.

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, 6:51 PM
Expires: Thu March 12, 2026, 12:15 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. * 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.

High Wind Warning issued March 12 at 12:25AM MDT until March 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT

Effective: Thu March 12, 2026, 6:25 AM
Expires: Fri March 13, 2026, 12:00 AM

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 50 mph, with gusts of between 65 and 85 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and southwest Montana. * WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT this evening. * 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 2 PM Thursday.

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

High Wind Warning issued March 12 at 5:45AM MDT until March 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT

Effective: Thu March 12, 2026, 11:45 AM
Expires: Fri March 13, 2026, 12:00 AM

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 55 mph, with gusts of between 70 and 90 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and southwest Montana. * WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT this evening. * 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...The most intense are likely to occur through 2 PM Thursday.

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

Winter Storm Warning issued March 12 at 12:46AM MDT until March 13 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT

Effective: Thu March 12, 2026, 6:46 AM
Expires: Fri March 13, 2026, 12:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 8 and 16 inches, with the highest peaks seeing up to 24 inches. Winds gusting as high as 65 to 85 mph on Thursday. * WHERE...Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass and Northwest Beaverhead County. * WHEN...Until noon MDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they are prepared for dangerous conditions. Strong winds could cause tree damage. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a mult-day snowfall, with lulls in the snow at times.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock.