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Dan Borsum with the National Weather Service: "This cold is going to persist into the weekend. So we are really back into full-on winter mode..."

We'll go from sunshine and highs in the low 70s on Friday, to snow and mid-30s by early next week.

Another round of very cold temps, snow and gusty wind is invading Montana through Wednesday morning. The valleys are only supposed to get a few inches of snow out of the deal, but travel may still become sketchy during this advisory.

Billings, I know you're getting used to warmer weather, but I'm afraid I've got some bad news. We've got to get prepared for another round of snow and cold temps.

Here are a few helpful tips to help you survive through Montana's harsh winters.

11 inches of snow was reported south of Livingston. Nine inches was reported in the mountains south of Billings. Great Falls saw smaller amounts closer to 3 or 4 inches.

Warm temps leading into a sudden cold snap and many inches of snow do not bode well for most of Montana. Wet roads freezing overnight and a constant stream of snow, AND some gusty winds will create the perfect storm for terrible conditions.

The closure list has added multiple schools

On Wednesday, Bridger Bowl announced that opening day has been delayed until next week.

Let's keep our fingers crossed for a late winter with lots of snow.