Station Name: Ruby River near Twin Bridges MT
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 4,672 feet

Nearest Address:
101 Seyler Ln
Twin Bridges, MT 59754
Madison County

GPS Coordinates: 45.50691389, -112.3308889

Nearby Water Temperatures

High Wind Watch issued March 10 at 2:05AM MDT until March 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT

Effective: Tue March 10, 2026, 8:05 AM
Expires: Tue March 10, 2026, 11:15 PM

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 55 mph, with gusts up to 70 mph possible. Higher winds gusts up to 95 mph possible along the Rocky Mountain Front * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and southwest Montana. * WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could be very difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Blowing dust could significantly reduce visibility at times.

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. Remember, a High Wind Watch means that there is at least a 50% chance of 40 mph sustained winds or 58 mph wind gusts occurring during the watch period.

High Wind Warning issued March 10 at 1:24PM MDT until March 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT

Effective: Tue March 10, 2026, 7:24 PM
Expires: Wed March 11, 2026, 12:15 PM

* WHAT...Southwesterly winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected over southwest Montana and up to 85 mph over the plains. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and southwest Montana. * WHEN...From midnight Wednesday Night 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 finding an alternate route.

High Wind Watch issued March 9 at 11:56PM MDT until March 13 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Missoula MT

Effective: Tue March 10, 2026, 5:56 AM
Expires: Wed March 11, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts of 55 to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Butte/Blackfoot Region. * WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds.

High Wind Warning issued March 10 at 11:52AM MDT until March 13 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Missoula MT

Effective: Tue March 10, 2026, 5:52 PM
Expires: Wed March 11, 2026, 6:00 PM

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Butte/Blackfoot Region. * WHEN...From midnight Wednesday Night to midnight MDT Thursday Night. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive.

Winter Weather Advisory issued March 10 at 2:09PM MDT until March 13 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT

Effective: Tue March 10, 2026, 8:09 PM
Expires: Wed March 11, 2026, 12:00 PM

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 12 inches near Chief Joseph Pass. Snow accumulations between 1 and 5 inches elsewhere. Winds gusting over 60 mph at times on Thursday. * WHERE...Northwest Beaverhead County. * WHEN...From 6 PM Wednesday to noon MDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult with falling and blowing snow significantly reducing visibility at times. Those in the backcountry should ensure they are prepared for dangerous conditions.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 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.