MONTANA — A Level 2 severe weather threat is in place today, May 13, 2026, across central Montana into eastern Idaho and northern Utah, with high-based showers and storms capable of producing destructive downburst winds in excess of 70 mph during the primary threat window running from 3:00 PM through 8:00 PM. This marks the first Level 2 severe storm zone of the year for this region, making today a significant and noteworthy weather event across the Northwest.
The core yellow-shaded area carries a 15 percent wind probability and a CIG 1 rating of 75 or greater, confirming high confidence in significant wind damage potential this afternoon. Communities including Helena, Billings, Idaho Falls, Ogden, Salt Lake City, and Provo all fall within or near the outlined threat corridor and should remain on high alert through the evening hours.
Level 2 Wind Threat Covers Central Montana Into Eastern Idaho With 15 Percent Probability…