Station Name: Lamar River nr Tower Ranger Station YNP
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 6,024 feet

Nearest Address:
Tower Ranger Station
Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190
Park County

GPS Coordinates: 44.92817778, -110.3942694

Nearby Water Temperatures

Wind Advisory issued February 24 at 11:01PM MST until February 27 at 8:00AM MST by NWS Billings MT

Effective: Tue February 24, 2026, 11:01 PM
Expires: Wed February 25, 2026, 11:15 PM

* WHAT...Periods of strong west wind gusts 50 to 60 mph today increasing to 60 to 75 mph Thursday through Friday morning. * WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area. * WHEN...From 2 AM Wednesday to 8 AM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds expected. Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the Beartooth Foothills. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are expected Thursday into Friday morning with moderate chances for gusts over 75 mph during this time frame.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel until winds subside, or take an alternate route. Secure outdoor objects.

Winter Storm Warning issued February 24 at 11:47PM MST until February 25 at 5:00PM MST by NWS Billings MT

Effective: Tue February 24, 2026, 11:47 PM
Expires: Wed February 25, 2026, 5:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches, highest on the west and southwest slopes. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph. * WHERE...Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Recreation in the high country will be impacted by heavy accumulating snow. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility over the exposed higher elevations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Elevated avalanche danger exists.

If you are venturing into the high country, be prepared for dangerous conditions with heavy snow, strong winds and limited visibility.

Winter Storm Warning issued February 24 at 11:47PM MST until February 25 at 5:00PM MST by NWS Billings MT

Effective: Tue February 24, 2026, 11:47 PM
Expires: Wed February 25, 2026, 5:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations up to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph. * WHERE...Crazy Mountains. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Recreation in the high country will be impacted by heavy accumulating snow. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility over the exposed higher elevations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Avalanche danger is likely to increase.

If you are venturing into the high country, be prepared for dangerous conditions with heavy snow, strong winds and limited visibility.

Wind Advisory issued February 25 at 6:11AM MST until February 27 at 8:00AM MST by NWS Billings MT

Effective: Wed February 25, 2026, 6:11 AM
Expires: Thu February 26, 2026, 6:15 AM

* WHAT...Periods of strong southwest to west winds gusting 50 to 60 mph today, increasing to 60 to 75 mph Thursday into Friday morning. * WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area. * WHEN...Until 8 AM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the Beartooth Foothills. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are expected Thursday into Friday morning. Gusts over 50 mph may linger into Friday afternoon.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel until winds subside, or take an alternate route. Secure loose outdoor items.

Winter Storm Warning issued February 25 at 6:00AM MST until February 25 at 5:00PM MST by NWS Billings MT

Effective: Wed February 25, 2026, 6:00 AM
Expires: Wed February 25, 2026, 5:00 PM

* WHAT...Periods of heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches, mainly on west aspects. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Recreation in the high country will be impacted by heavy accumulating snow. Blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility over the exposed higher elevations. Elevated avalanche danger exists in the mountains around Cooke City. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heaviest snow will be this morning. Expect snow to taper off early this afternoon.

If you are venturing into the high country, be prepared for dangerous conditions with heavy snow, strong winds and limited visibility.