Montana Severe Weather Awareness Week

April 20-24, 2009

Photo Courtesy of Don Moore - Looking north from Billings towards Roundup, June 24, 2007.

Overview

Watch / Warning Program

Thunderstorm Climatology

Severe Weather Safety

Lightning Safety

Weather Sources

The National Weather Service (NWS) offices in Montana are sponsoring the severe weather awareness week. This information is provided in order to inform you on the different types of severe weather we have in Montana and also to provide safety information related to each type. Click on one of the tabs above to learn more.

Monday, April 20: NWS Watch and Warning Program

Tuesday, April 21: Severe Thunderstorm Climatology

Wednesday, April 22: Severe Weather Safety

Thursday, April 23: Lightning Safety

Friday, April 24: Weather Information Sources

Montana has four National Weather Service offices that serve the state. We issue watches and warnings for the protection of life and property. For additional information, contact your local NWS office:

Photo Courtesy of Mike Umscheid - Northwest of Forsyth, June 24, 2007.