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Hill County Hail Map & Storm Reports

Hail, wind, and tornado reports from official NOAA sources (NWS & SPC) · Last 12 months · Updated Sep 13, 2026

Has it hailed in Hill County, Montana recently? Official National Weather Service (NWS) and Storm Prediction Center (SPC) records say yes: 20 hail reports with hail up to 1", among 141 severe weather events logged here in the last 12 months, together with 121 high-wind reports with gusts up to 85 mph. The most recent recorded storm activity was in September 2026. This page updates daily: every event comes straight from official NOAA data — no estimates, no modeling, just the record.

Map of Hill County, Montana showing the county boundary and surrounding cities
Hill County, Montana. Map © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap · County boundary: US Census Bureau.

Hill County hail map

Where hail and high-wind reports clustered across Hill County over the last 12 months. Heat shows report density and significance, not radar.

141
Events (12 mo)
20
Hail
121
Wind
0
Tornado
1"
Max hail
85
Max wind (mph)
September 2026
Most recent

What the radar showed

Radar snapshot during the May 13, 2026 wind event near 4 W Havre, Hill County, Montana, with NWS warning polygons
NEXRAD radar at the moment of the May 13, 2026 wind event (74 mph) near 4 W Havre. Outlined polygons are the storm-based warnings exactly as issued by the National Weather Service. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

Last 30 days in Hill County

Current NEXRAD radar over Hill County, Montana with recent storm report locations
Current radar over the Hill County area, with storm reports from the past 7 days plotted. Refreshes throughout the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.
September 2026 2 storm days · 5 SPC verified reports · 1 NWS warning — hail to 0.88", wind to 69 mph Exact dates & locations in app →
August 2026 5 storm days · 8 SPC verified reports · 9 NWS warnings — hail to 1", wind to 67 mph Exact dates & locations in app →

Recent storms — full detail available in the app

Storm activity from the last 30 days is summarized at the county level on this page. Exact locations, radar snapshots, and official warning boundaries for recent events are available with a free account.

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Storm log — the official record, day by day

Events older than 30 days, as recorded by the National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center. Excerpts are quoted directly from official warnings and verified reports.

Saturday, July 18, 2026

3 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.88"

NEXRAD radar during the Saturday, July 18, 2026 storm activity in Hill County, Montana
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 714 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11 miles south of Gildford, or 16 miles north of Big Sandy, moving east at 35 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“At 700 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 17 miles north of Gildford, or 33 miles northeast of Chester, moving northeast at 30 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Simpson.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

3 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.75"

NEXRAD radar during the Wednesday, July 8, 2026 storm activity in Hill County, Montana
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 1030 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 28 miles north of Beaver Creek, or 30 miles northwest of Havre, moving southeast at 15 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“At 1024 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms 10 miles northeast of Inverness, or 22 miles northeast of Chester, moving east at 25 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Sunday, July 5, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Sunday, July 5, 2026 storm activity in Hill County, Montana
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“Strong northerly winds associated with showers and thunderstorms north of the Canadian border will impact the US highway 2 corridor through the evening and early overnight hours. Wind gusts will mostly remain in the 45 to 55 mph range, but a few isolated gusts over 55 mph can't be ruled out, especially over and near the Sweetgrass Hills.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“At 819 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong gusty winds from distant thunderstorms moving south towards the Hi-Line. Hazard: Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

2 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.88"

NEXRAD radar during the Tuesday, June 30, 2026 storm activity in Hill County, Montana
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 313 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 12 miles south of Inverness, or 16 miles southeast of Chester, moving east at 30 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Kenilworth.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“At 238 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Chester, moving east at 30 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Chester.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Sunday, June 28, 2026

3 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 70 mph

“WHAT...West to southwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. WHERE...Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Hill County, and Western and Central Chouteau County. WHEN...Until 3 AM MDT Monday. IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West to southwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. WHERE...Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Hill County, and Western and Central Chouteau County. WHEN...Until 3 AM MDT Monday. IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

1 SPC verified storm report · 2 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.88", wind gusts up to 58 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Tuesday, June 16, 2026 storm activity in Hill County, Montana
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 538 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms capable of producing a landspout along a line extending from 19 miles north of Chinook to 18 miles northeast of Havre. Movement was southeast at 50 mph. Hazard: Landspouts, wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph, and nickel size hail. Impact: Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“At 512 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 31 miles northwest of Chinook, moving southeast at 45 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Friday, June 12, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.75"

“At 209 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 21 miles west of Big Sandy, moving southeast at 20 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Kenilworth.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Friday, May 29, 2026

2 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.75", wind gusts up to 50 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Friday, May 29, 2026 storm activity in Hill County, Montana
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 626 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Big Sandy to 18 miles northeast of Fort Benton. Movement was north at 35 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Big Sandy, Box Elder, Kremlin, Virgelle, and Kenilworth.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“At 550 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Parker School to 20 miles south of Big Sandy. Movement was northwest at 20 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Thursday, May 28, 2026

1 SPC verified storm report · 1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.88"

“At 435 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Big Sandy. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Big Sandy, Sangrey, St.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“Straight-line winds knocked down multiple tree limbs and caused the power to go out. Nearby automated sensors were gusting 35-40 MPH. (TFX)”

SPC verified report · Gildford

Thursday, May 14, 2026

3 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 70 mph

“WHAT...Westerly winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, and Western and Central Chouteau County. WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...Westerly winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, and Western and Central Chouteau County. WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause isolated power outages.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

7 SPC verified storm reports · 2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 74 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Wednesday, May 13, 2026 storm activity in Hill County, Montana
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“WHAT...Westerly winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, and Western and Central Chouteau County. WHEN...From 3 AM Thursday to midnight MDT Thursday Night.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, and Western and Central Chouteau County. WHEN...From 3 AM Thursday to midnight MDT Thursday Night. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 70 mph

“WHAT...Westerly winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, and Western and Central Chouteau County. WHEN...From 3 AM Thursday to midnight MDT Thursday Night.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, and Western and Central Chouteau County. WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Thursday evening.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Monday, May 11, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, and Western and Central Chouteau County. WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Thursday evening.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

4 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...Northwesterly winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, and Fergus County below 4500ft. WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT Thursday. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...Northwesterly winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, and Fergus County below 4500ft. WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT Thursday. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...Northwesterly winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, and Fergus County below 4500ft. WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...Northwesterly winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, and Fergus County below 4500ft. WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 60 mph

“WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph. WHERE...Hill County and Northern Blaine County. WHEN...Until 7 PM MDT this evening. IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Blowing dust could significantly reduce visibility at times.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

3 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 60 mph

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph expected. WHERE...Hill County and Northern Blaine County. WHEN...From 9 AM to 7 PM MDT Wednesday. IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Blowing dust could significantly reduce visibility at times.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph expected. WHERE...Hill County and Northern Blaine County. WHEN...From 9 AM to 7 PM MDT Wednesday. IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Blowing dust could significantly reduce visibility at times.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Monday, March 23, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 60 mph

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. WHERE...Hill County and Northern Blaine County. WHEN...From Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Sunday, March 22, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 60 mph

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. WHERE...Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Beaverhead and Western Madison below 6000ft, Missouri Headwaters, and Ruby Mountains and Southern Beaverhead Mountains. WHEN...From Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause isolated power outages.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, and Snowy and Judith Mountains. WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT this evening. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Monday, March 16, 2026

3 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...Westerly winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph expected. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Judith Basin County and Judith Gap, Fergus County below 4500ft, and Snowy and Judith Mountains. WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT Tuesday.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph expected. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Judith Basin County and Judith Gap, Fergus County below 4500ft, and Snowy and Judith Mountains. WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT Tuesday.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Sunday, March 15, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph expected. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Judith Basin County and Judith Gap, Fergus County below 4500ft, and Snowy and Judith Mountains. WHEN...From 3 PM Monday to 6 PM MDT Tuesday.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph possible. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Judith Basin County and Judith Gap, Fergus County below 4500ft, and Snowy and Judith Mountains. WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday afternoon.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Thursday, March 12, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 80 mph

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 50 mph, with gusts up to 80 mph. WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, Hill County, and Northern Blaine County. WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT this evening. IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 50 mph, with gusts up to 75 mph expected. WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, Hill County, and Northern Blaine County. WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT this evening. IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph expected. WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, Hill County, and Northern Blaine County. WHEN...From 3 AM to 6 PM MDT Thursday. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph expected. WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, Hill County, and Northern Blaine County. WHEN...From 3 AM to 6 PM MDT Thursday. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 70 mph

“WHAT...Westerly winds 30 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 70 mph possible. WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, Hill County, and Northern Blaine County. WHEN...From 3 AM to 6 PM MDT Thursday. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph possible. WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, Hill County, and Northern Blaine County. WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon. IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Monday, March 9, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph possible. WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, Hill County, and Northern Blaine County. WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon. IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph possible. WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, Hill County, and Northern Blaine County. WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon. IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Sunday, March 8, 2026

7 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 75 mph

“WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph. WHERE...Hill County, Northern Blaine County, and Western and Central Chouteau County. WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until midnight MDT tonight. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, until 4 PM MDT this afternoon.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph. WHERE...Hill County, Northern Blaine County, and Western and Central Chouteau County. WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until midnight MDT tonight. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, until 4 PM MDT this afternoon.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Saturday, March 7, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 75 mph

“WHAT...West winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of central and north central Montana. WHEN...From 3 AM Sunday to midnight MDT Sunday Night. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. A few isolated higher gusts will be possible. WHERE...Portions of central and north central Montana. WHEN...From 3 AM Sunday to midnight MDT Sunday Night. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Friday, March 6, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 75 mph

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of central and north central Montana. WHEN...From 3 AM Sunday to midnight MDT Sunday Night. IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are likely. Travel will be difficult to dangerous, especially for high profile vehicles. Blowing dust could significantly reduce visibility at times.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible. WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and southwest Montana. WHEN...From late Saturday night through Sunday evening. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Thursday, March 5, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 70 mph

“WHAT...West winds 25 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible. WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and southwest Montana. WHEN...From Sunday morning through Sunday evening. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be very difficult to dangerous, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Thursday, February 26, 2026

5 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 70 mph

“WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 70 mph. WHERE...Portions of central and north central Montana. WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Friday. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Blowing dust could significantly reduce visibility at times.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 70 mph. WHERE...Portions of central and north central Montana. WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Friday. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Blowing dust could significantly reduce visibility at times.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 60 mph

“WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph expected. WHERE...Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton Counties, Hill County, and Fergus County below 4500ft. WHEN...From midnight tonight to 11 AM MST Friday. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, and Hill County. WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Friday morning. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 30 below expected. WHERE...Hill County. WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 8 PM MST this evening. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 8 PM this evening to noon MST Wednesday.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 30 below expected. WHERE...Hill County. WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 8 PM MST this evening. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 8 PM this evening to noon MST Wednesday.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Thursday, January 15, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. WHERE...Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Fergus County below 4500ft, Hill County, and Northern Blaine County. WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Friday. IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Blowing dust could significantly reduce visibility at times.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 60 mph

“WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph possible. Isolated gusts approaching 75 mph on the downwind side of the Sweet Grass Hills. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Hill County, and Judith Basin County and Judith Gap. WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through late Thursday night. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Sunday, January 11, 2026

3 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph expected. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Cascade County below 5000ft, Judith Basin County and Judith Gap, and Fergus County below 4500ft.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph expected. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Cascade County below 5000ft, Judith Basin County and Judith Gap, and Fergus County below 4500ft.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Saturday, January 10, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...Westerly winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton Counties, Hill County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Cascade County below 5000ft, Judith Basin County and Judith Gap, and Fergus County below 4500ft. WHEN...From 8 AM to 9 PM MST Monday.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine, Cascade County below 5000ft, Judith Basin County and Judith Gap, and Fergus County below 4500ft.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Saturday, December 27, 2025

3 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph

“A Pacific cold front was moving east early this morning, with a band of moderate to at times heavy snow accompany the front. While snowfall accumulations are likely to remain below one inch through sunrise this morning a period of reduced visibility, with visibilities falling to as low as one mile, is likely to occur.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“A Pacific cold front was moving east early this morning, with a band of moderate to at times heavy snow accompany the front. While snowfall accumulations are likely to remain below one inch through sunrise this morning a period of reduced visibility, with visibilities falling to as low as one mile, is likely to occur.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Friday, December 26, 2025

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 55 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Friday, December 26, 2025 storm activity in Hill County, Montana
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 223 PM MST, Doppler radar was tracking gusty showers along a line extending from 17 miles east of Sunburst to 11 miles northwest of Lothair to 18 miles southeast of Shelby. Movement was northeast at 50 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 85 mph

“WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 85 mph. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton Counties, Hill County, Western and Central Chouteau County, and Cascade County below 5000ft. WHEN...Until midnight MST tonight. IMPACTS...High winds will move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Power outages are expected.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. Isolated wind gusts in excess of 85 mph are possible. WHERE...The Plains and Island Ranges of North Central Montana. WHEN...Until midnight MST tonight. IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult to impossible, especially for high profile vehicles. Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 80 mph

“WHAT...West winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and southwest Montana. WHEN...From 3 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. Isolated wind gusts in excess of 85 mph are possible. WHERE...The Plains and Island Ranges of North Central Montana. WHEN...From 3 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night. IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult to impossible, especially for high profile vehicles. Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Monday, December 15, 2025

5 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 80 mph

“WHAT...For the first High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. For the second High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...For the first High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. For the second High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 70 mph

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. WHERE...Bears Paw, Highwood, Little Belt, and Snowy Mountains, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Judith Basin County and Judith Gap, Fergus County below 4500ft, Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains, and Meagher County Valleys. WHEN...Until 3 PM MST this afternoon.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. WHERE...Bears Paw, Highwood, Little Belt, and Snowy Mountains, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Judith Basin County and Judith Gap, Fergus County below 4500ft, Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains, and Meagher County Valleys. WHEN...Until 3 PM MST this afternoon.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Monday, December 8, 2025

3 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...Westerly winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph expected. WHERE...Bears Paw, Highwood, Little Belt, and Snowy Mountains, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Fergus County below 4500ft, Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains, and Meagher County Valleys. WHEN...Until 3 PM MST Tuesday.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. WHERE...Bears Paw, Highwood, Little Belt, and Snowy Mountains, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Fergus County below 4500ft, Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains, and Meagher County Valleys. WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 3 PM MST Tuesday.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Sunday, December 7, 2025

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 70 mph

“WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 70 mph possible. WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and southwest Montana. WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday morning. IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 70 mph possible. WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and southwest Montana. WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday morning. IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Friday, November 7, 2025

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 60 mph

“WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. WHERE...Hill County. WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 5 AM MST Saturday. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph possible. WHERE...Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera Counties, Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, and Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine. WHEN...From this evening through Thursday afternoon. IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 60 mph

“WHAT...West winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. WHERE...Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera Counties, Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, and Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine. WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday afternoon. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. WHERE...Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, and Bears Paw Mountains and Southern Blaine. WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday afternoon. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Saturday, November 1, 2025

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph expected. WHERE...Bears Paw, Highwood, Little Belt, and Snowy Mountains, Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton Counties, Hill County, Northern Blaine County, Western and Central Chouteau County, Cascade County below 5000ft, Judith Basin County and Judith Gap, and Fergus County below 4500ft. WHEN...From noon MDT today to 5 PM MST Sunday.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of central and north central Montana. WHEN...From noon MDT today to 5 PM MST Sunday. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

Friday, October 31, 2025

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 65 mph

“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. WHERE...Portions of central and north central Montana. WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Sunday afternoon. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

“WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph possible. WHERE...Portions of central and north central Montana. WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Sunday afternoon. IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Hill County

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Common questions

When was the last severe storm in Hill County, MT?

The most recent recorded event was in September 2026. Official NWS and SPC records show 141 severe weather events in Hill County over the last 12 months. Exact dates and locations for recent storms are available in the app with a free account.

Did it hail in Hill County recently?

Yes — 20 hail reports in the last 12 months, with hail up to 1" recorded. The hail map above shows where reports clustered; the storm log lists each day.

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