Yellowstone National Park winter weather advisory

CHEYENNE, Wyo. (PRESS RELEASE) -Stay informed about road status and weather conditions

Visitors to Yellowstone National Park should be aware that winter weather is expected in the park this evening, especially on high elevation passes.
Weather can change quickly this time of year in the mountains.
The weather forecast for Friday evening, Sept. 22 predicts 90% precipitation with possible 5-9 inches of snow accumulation on Sylvan Pass, located on the East Entrance Road.
If road conditions deteriorate due to the predicted winter weather, staff will close the East Entrance Road to Sylvan Pass and other roads as appropriate.
If needed, staff will evaluate conditions the morning of Saturday, Sept. 23 and will reopen the road (if it closes) when conditions allow.
For up-to-date information about park roads:
Visit Park Roads.
Call (307) 344-2117 for recorded information.
Sign up to receive Yellowstone road alerts on your mobile phone by texting 82190 to 888-777 (an automatic text reply will confirm receipt and provide instructions).
Check road conditions outside of Yellowstone in Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, and Grand Teton National Park.