The best times to visit Eastern Montana for ideal weather are

June 11th to September 30th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Eastern Montana Travel Info

Weather in Eastern Montana

Temperature

Average temperatures in Eastern Montana vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 40th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Eastern Montana, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 92.1°F (33.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 56.8°F (13.8°C) at night.

Eastern Montana Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Eastern Montana Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Eastern Montana Perceived Temperature (F)

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Eastern Montana Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Eastern Montana Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 33.1 19.9 8
Feb 33.2 19.9 8.4
Mar 49.6 34 22.1
Apr 59.4 43.3 30
May 68.5 53.5 40
Jun 78.5 63.4 48.9
Jul 90.4 72.9 55.7
Aug 88.9 70.5 53.7
Sep 78.7 59.6 43.2
Oct 61.6 45.6 32.6
Nov 45.8 31 18.8
Dec 31.1 18 6.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 0.6 -6.7 -13.3
Feb 0.7 -6.7 -13.1
Mar 9.8 1.1 -5.5
Apr 15.2 6.3 -1.1
May 20.3 11.9 4.4
Jun 25.8 17.4 9.4
Jul 32.4 22.7 13.2
Aug 31.6 21.4 12.1
Sep 25.9 15.3 6.2
Oct 16.4 7.6 0.3
Nov 7.7 -0.6 -7.3
Dec -0.5 -7.8 -14.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Eastern Montana are January, March, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late November to early December. For example, on the week of November 26th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late May with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of May 21st.

When can you find snow in Eastern Montana? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Eastern Montana.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Eastern Montana (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 5% 0 0.5
Feb 6% 0 0.4
Mar 6% 0 0.4
Apr 10% 0 1
May 20% 0 3.3
Jun 21% 0 2.6
Jul 10% 0 1.3
Aug 13% 0 1.8
Sep 8% 0 0.8
Oct 11% 0 1.2
Nov 6% 0 0.7
Dec 6% 0 0.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 5 0 1.3
Feb 6 0 1
Mar 6 0 1
Apr 10 0 2.5
May 20 0 8.4
Jun 21 0 6.6
Jul 10 0 3.3
Aug 13 0 4.6
Sep 8 0 2
Oct 11 0 3
Nov 6 0 1.8
Dec 6 0 1.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Eastern Montana has some humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is August (35.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (65.4%).

Wind in Eastern Montana is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by May and March. April’s average wind speed of around 8.6 knots (9.9 MPH or 16 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 18.4 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Eastern Montana.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7.4 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze
Feb 6.5 Light breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Mar 7.5 Gentle breeze 16.1 Significant breeze
Apr 8.6 Gentle breeze 17.2 Strong breeze
May 8.4 Gentle breeze 17 Significant breeze
Jun 7.5 Gentle breeze 16.1 Significant breeze
Jul 7 Gentle breeze 16.6 Significant breeze
Aug 6.7 Light breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Sep 6.6 Light breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Oct 7.1 Gentle breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Nov 6.8 Light breeze 15 Significant breeze
Dec 5.9 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 61%
Feb 64.9%
Mar 54.6%
Apr 46.1%
May 50.1%
Jun 49.7%
Jul 36.4%
Aug 35.9%
Sep 39.9%
Oct 52%
Nov 57.7%
Dec 65.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Eastern Montana?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Eastern Montana, MT, US is August, followed by July and April. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Eastern Montana in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 50.1 in December means 50.1% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Eastern Montana Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 72.5°F (22.5°C) and 35°F (1.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 3 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Eastern Montana, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 80.6°F (27°C) and 39.3°F (4.1°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 3 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Eastern Montana to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 37.3°F (2.9°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 2 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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