Will Montana’s Lakes Dry Up This Summer? Indicators Say “Yes”
Canyon Ferry is already 65 BILLION gallons lower than it was at this time last year and state hydrologists are concerned we could be in for a rough summer.
snowpack
May And June Rainfall Will Help Montana Streamflows
Lightning no - rainfall yes.
Lack Of Spring Showers Lower Montana River Forecasts
Not much rain or snow last month.
See-saw Weather Makes Montana Streamflow Experts Nervous
Dry weather and then wet conditions back and forth.
Montana Streamflow Forecast Brighter Due to Recent Snow
The February storms helped the snow levels.
Snow Levels Below Average in Western Montana
Any snowfall this month will help.
Local Snowpack Is Lower Than Average
Weather patterns have been changing.
Recent Warm Rain Reduces Snowpack
Combine rain and warm temperatures and you increase snowmelt.
Mountain Snowpack Still in Pretty Good Shape
Streamflow forecast through July is about average for Bitterroot.
Snowpack Is A Little Above Average
The May 1st report will bring more detail.