Station Name: Madison River near West Yellowstone, MT
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 6,647 feet

Nearest Address:
Up River Loop Trail
West Yellowstone, MT 59758
Gallatin County

GPS Coordinates: 44.6570722, -111.0679639

Nearby Water Temperatures

Winter Weather Advisory issued February 17 at 3:11AM MST until February 17 at 5:00PM MST by NWS Riverton WY

Effective: Tue February 17, 2026, 3:11 AM
Expires: Tue February 17, 2026, 5:00 PM

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches across much of the area, with higher amounts 8 to 12 inches over Pitchstone Plateau of southwest Yellowstone. Accumulations up to 2 inches around Mammoth. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Yellowstone National Park. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Backcountry travel will be difficult.

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 .

Special Weather Statement issued February 17 at 10:35AM MST by NWS Pocatello ID

Effective: Tue February 17, 2026, 10:35 AM
Expires: Tue February 17, 2026, 5:00 PM

Strong south winds remain in place late this morning, with gusts 40-50 mph reported. This is impacting travel, especially on any east to west oriented roads like Highway 33. Blowing and drifting conditions have been reported and will likely remain into the afternoon. Winds should quickly decrease by late afternoon. For the latest travel conditions, check with Idaho 5-1-1.

Wind Advisory issued February 17 at 8:40AM MST until February 17 at 2:00PM MST by NWS Pocatello ID

Effective: Tue February 17, 2026, 8:40 AM
Expires: Tue February 17, 2026, 2:00 PM

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55mph. * WHERE...Arco/Mud Lake Desert, Lower Snake River Plain, and Upper Snake River Plain. * WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Unsecured objects may be blown around.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.

Winter Weather Advisory issued February 17 at 3:45PM MST until February 19 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Pocatello ID

Effective: Tue February 17, 2026, 3:45 PM
Expires: Wed February 18, 2026, 12:45 PM

* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations between 4 and 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Teton Valley, Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region, and Marsh and Arbon Highlands. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Call 5 1 1 or visit 511.idaho.gov for the latest road conditions.

Winter Weather Advisory issued February 17 at 3:45PM MST until February 19 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Pocatello ID

Effective: Tue February 17, 2026, 3:45 PM
Expires: Wed February 18, 2026, 12:45 PM

* WHAT...Snow. There is a lull in snowfall this afternoon, however an additional 5 to 12 inches is possible starting tonight and continuing into early Thursday morning. Locally higher amounts are possible in the Big Holes and along the Montana border. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph at times are possible. * WHERE...Beaverhead - Lemhi Highlands, Big Hole Mountains, Centennial Mountains - Island Park, Bear Lake Valley, Blackfoot Mountains, and Caribou Range. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Call 5 1 1 or visit 511.idaho.gov for the latest road conditions.