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* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...A portion of northeast Montana, including the following
areas, Central and Southeast Phillips, Petroleum and Southwest
Phillips.
* WHEN...From this evening through late tonight.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Thunderstorms will be moving east into the Watch area, with the
potential of heavy downpours that would bring flooding.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Weather Forecast for Sleeping Bear Dunes
35°/ 18°
Sunny
Updated now
Rain Chance
3%
Humidity
51%
Max Wind
30 km/h
Avg Temp
27°C
Sunrise
05:23 AM
Sunset
09:08 PM
Hourly Breakdown
Morning (6AM - 12PM)
23°C23%
06:00 am
19°
07:00 am
20°
08:00 am
22°
09:00 am
24°
10:00 am
26°
11:00 am
27°
Afternoon (12PM - 6PM)
33°C1%
12:00 pm
29°
01:00 pm
31°
02:00 pm
33°
03:00 pm
34°
04:00 pm
35°
05:00 pm
35°
Evening (6PM - 12AM)
31°C1%
06:00 pm
34°
07:00 pm
34°
08:00 pm
32°
09:00 pm
30°
10:00 pm
28°
11:00 pm
27°
Night (12AM - 6AM)
19°C8%
12:00 am
21°
01:00 am
20°
02:00 am
19°
03:00 am
19°
04:00 am
18°
05:00 am
18°
Hourly Forecast
Extended Forecast
Today
Sunny
3%
30 km/h
35°18°
Wed, 15 Jul
Patchy rain nearby
UV Index
0.2 Low
Precipitation
0 mm
Central and Southeast Phillips; Petroleum; Southwest Phillips
From: 2026/07/14, 10:32:00
Until: 2026/07/14, 22:00:00
Heat AdvisoryModerate
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 98. Highs
today will be in the mid 90s. For the Lake Wind Advisory, northeast
winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph expected.
* WHERE...Central and Southeast Phillips, Central and Southern
Valley, Garfield, McCone, and Petroleum Counties.
* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 2 AM MDT Wednesday. For the
Lake Wind Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to noon MDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft. Hot temperatures and high
humidity may cause heat illnesses.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Waves on Fort Peck Lake will be up to 4 feet.
Boaters on Fort Peck Lake should use extra caution since strong winds
and rough waves can overturn small craft.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Central and Southeast Phillips; Central and Southern Valley; Petroleum; Garfield; McConeFrom: 2026/07/14, 08:17:00Until: 2026/07/14, 22:00:00
Lake Wind AdvisoryModerate
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 98. Highs
today will be in the mid 90s. For the Lake Wind Advisory, northeast
winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph expected.
* WHERE...Central and Southeast Phillips, Central and Southern
Valley, Garfield, McCone, and Petroleum Counties.
* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 2 AM MDT Wednesday. For the
Lake Wind Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to noon MDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft. Hot temperatures and high
humidity may cause heat illnesses.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Waves on Fort Peck Lake will be up to 4 feet.
Boaters on Fort Peck Lake should use extra caution since strong winds
and rough waves can overturn small craft.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Central and Southeast Phillips; Central and Southern Valley; Petroleum; Garfield; McConeFrom: 2026/07/14, 08:17:00Until: 2026/07/14, 22:00:00
Flood WatchSevere
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...A portion of northeast Montana, including the following
areas, Central and Southeast Phillips, Petroleum and Southwest
Phillips.
* WHEN...From 9 PM MDT this evening through late tonight.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- - Thunderstorms will be moving east into the Watch area, with
the potential of heavy downpours that would bring flooding.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Central and Southeast Phillips; Petroleum; Southwest PhillipsFrom: 2026/07/14, 19:41:00Until: 2026/07/15, 12:00:00
Heat AdvisoryModerate
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 100. For the
Lake Wind Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to
35 mph.
* WHERE...Central and Southeast Phillips, Central and Southern
Valley, Garfield, McCone, and Petroleum Counties.
* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 2 AM MDT Wednesday. For the
Lake Wind Advisory, until noon MDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft. Hot temperatures and high
humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Boaters on Fort Peck Lake should use extra caution since strong winds
and rough waves can overturn small craft.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Central and Southeast Phillips; Central and Southern Valley; Petroleum; Garfield; McConeFrom: 2026/07/14, 19:38:00Until: 2026/07/15, 13:00:00