The best times to visit Gardiner for ideal weather are

June 18th to September 9th

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

 

 


Other Gardiner Travel Info

Weather in Gardiner

Temperature

Average temperatures in Gardiner vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year 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 Gardiner, 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 79.1°F (26.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 44.6°F (7°C) at night.

Gardiner Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Gardiner 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.

Gardiner Perceived Temperature (F)

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Gardiner Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Gardiner 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 22.6 13 3.5
Feb 26.7 14.1 2
Mar 36.8 27 17.5
Apr 46.3 33.5 22
May 55.8 42.9 30.7
Jun 68 54 38
Jul 78.2 62 43.4
Aug 76.6 59.4 40.3
Sep 68 50.7 33.3
Oct 52 37.9 26.1
Nov 34.1 25.3 17.1
Dec 24.8 15.4 6.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -5.2 -10.6 -15.8
Feb -2.9 -9.9 -16.7
Mar 2.7 -2.8 -8.1
Apr 7.9 0.8 -5.6
May 13.2 6.1 -0.7
Jun 20 12.2 3.3
Jul 25.7 16.7 6.3
Aug 24.8 15.2 4.6
Sep 20 10.4 0.7
Oct 11.1 3.3 -3.3
Nov 1.2 -3.7 -8.3
Dec -4 -9.2 -14.1

 


 
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 Gardiner.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

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

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 0 0 0
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Humidity and Wind

Gardiner has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is September (42% relative humidity), and the most humid month is March (75.2%).

Wind in Gardiner is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and June. March’s average wind speed of around 7.5 knots (8.6 MPH or 13.8 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 late March where average top sustained speeds reach 20.4 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 5.5 Light breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Feb 5.6 Light breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Mar 7.5 Gentle breeze 18.8 Significant breeze
Apr 6.1 Light breeze 16.7 Significant breeze
May 5.5 Light breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Jun 5.9 Light breeze 15.8 Significant breeze
Jul 4.9 Light breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Aug 4.9 Light breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Sep 4.9 Light breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Oct 4.7 Light breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
Nov 5.6 Light breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Dec 4.6 Light breeze 12.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 71.6%
Feb 70.8%
Mar 75.2%
Apr 68%
May 66%
Jun 48.8%
Jul 46.3%
Aug 48.7%
Sep 42%
Oct 62%
Nov 70.1%
Dec 72%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Gardiner?

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 Gardiner, MT, US is July, followed by June and August. 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 Gardiner 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 extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 36.5 in December means 36.5% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Gardiner Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very cold. Highs range from 60.8°F (16°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. 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 comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Gardiner, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 69.5°F (20.8°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. 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 Gardiner to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 32°F (0°C) and 19.1°F (-7.2°C). These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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