Accuweather Predicts Harsh Winter For Montana With New Forecast

Will This Montana Winter Forecast Be Correct?

Depending on where you live in Montana, you've gotten to experience some unusually warm weather these past few weeks.

However, some places in Montana have already seen snow, and it's only a matter of time until the whole state is covered in it.

READ MORE:

Harsh Winters Are Nothing New For Montana

Montana is known for having some pretty harsh winters full of bitter cold temperatures and plenty of snowfall.

Personally, I prefer a more mild winter; I want a white Christmas with temperatures never going below zero.

To me that would be a perfect Montana winter, but sadly, I won't be getting my perfect winter this year, at least not according to AccuWeather.

Photo by Patino Jhon on Unsplash

AccuWeather’s 2025-2026 Winter Forecast For Montana

They have just released their 2025-2026 winter forecast, and those of you who love getting out on the slopes or going ice fishing should be happy.

AccuWeather actually mentions Montana by name, saying the following about the overall forecast:

A snowy winter is predicted across portions of the Midwest, a swath from the Plains to the Ohio Valley, and areas of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana.

They're predicting the western half of the state will have above-average snowfall this year, and it also appears we won't be getting any reprieve come early 2026 either.

How Accurate Will This Montana Winter Forecast Be?

They mention that by February, states to the south of us will start to experience near record highs, but those of us in Montana will still continue to see snow and cold temps during this month.

Now, whether their predictions are correct is something we'll have to wait and see.

LOOK: 20 Ways To Tell If Montana Is In Store For A Harsh Winter

In the days before modern weather forecasting, people used any possible bit of information to get a glimpse into the future. Old tales and folklore get handed down for generations as people do whatever they can to survive another winter.

In the 70s, meteorologist Dick Goddard put together a list of common weather folklore for Farmers’ Almanac that some say can predict what nature has in store for the darkest months of the year.

So, take note, do you see any of these signs that winter has it out for us?

Gallery Credit: Ben Kuhns

15 Scents To Keep Your Montana Home Mice Free

According to The Spruce you can use the following 15 scents to keep mice from invading your house.

Gallery Credit: Nick Northern

Essential Winter Emergency Kit Items

Winter season in Montana means cold temperatures, heavy snow, and slick roads. Hopefully, you won't ever need to tap into your winter emergency kit, but it's better to have one in your car than to be unprepared. Make sure you have these essential items in your car before winter arrives in Montana.

Gallery Credit: Connor Kenney/Townsquare Media Quad Cities