The best times to visit Glendive for ideal weather are

May 28th to October 7th

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

 

 


Other Glendive Travel Info

Weather in Glendive

Temperature

Average temperatures in Glendive 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 46th 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 Glendive, 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 89.9°F (32.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 60.1°F (15.6°C) at night.

Glendive Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Glendive 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.

Glendive Perceived Temperature (F)

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Glendive Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Glendive 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 29.5 18 8.6
Feb 29.5 17.9 8.8
Mar 47.4 33 22.5
Apr 57.5 42.8 31.4
May 66.8 53.5 41.9
Jun 77.7 64 51.7
Jul 87.8 72.5 58.8
Aug 85.7 70 56.6
Sep 76.9 60.2 46.7
Oct 59 45.4 34.9
Nov 42.8 30.2 20.6
Dec 28.3 17.7 8.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -1.4 -7.8 -13
Feb -1.4 -7.8 -12.9
Mar 8.6 0.6 -5.3
Apr 14.2 6 -0.3
May 19.3 11.9 5.5
Jun 25.4 17.8 10.9
Jul 31 22.5 14.9
Aug 29.8 21.1 13.7
Sep 24.9 15.7 8.2
Oct 15 7.4 1.6
Nov 6 -1 -6.3
Dec -2.1 -7.9 -12.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Glendive are January, February, 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 early January. For example, on the week of January 1st 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 1 days of significant precipitation the week of May 21st.

When can you find snow in Glendive? 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 Glendive.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Glendive (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 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 3% 0 0.2
Apr 6% 0 0.6
May 15% 0 2.5
Jun 14% 0 1.4
Jul 6% 0 0.7
Aug 10% 0 1.4
Sep 6% 0 0.6
Oct 6% 0 0.4
Nov 1% 0 0.1
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 3 0 0.5
Apr 6 0 1.5
May 15 0 6.4
Jun 14 0 3.6
Jul 6 0 1.8
Aug 10 0 3.6
Sep 6 0 1.5
Oct 6 0 1
Nov 1 0 0.3
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Glendive has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is July (41.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (67.2%).

Wind in Glendive is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by May and January. April’s average wind speed of around 9.9 knots (11.4 MPH or 18.4 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 May where average top sustained speeds reach 21 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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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 9.6 Gentle breeze 18.7 Strong breeze
Feb 8.3 Gentle breeze 16.1 Significant breeze
Mar 9 Gentle breeze 18.2 Strong breeze
Apr 9.9 Gentle breeze 18.9 Strong breeze
May 9.6 Gentle breeze 18.5 Strong breeze
Jun 8.7 Gentle breeze 17.8 Strong breeze
Jul 8.4 Gentle breeze 17.9 Strong breeze
Aug 8 Gentle breeze 16.7 Significant breeze
Sep 8 Gentle breeze 16.7 Strong breeze
Oct 8.9 Gentle breeze 17.2 Strong breeze
Nov 8.8 Gentle breeze 17 Strong breeze
Dec 7.9 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 63.1%
Feb 64.9%
Mar 54.9%
Apr 46.3%
May 49.1%
Jun 51.2%
Jul 41.5%
Aug 41.9%
Sep 42.2%
Oct 51.4%
Nov 57.5%
Dec 67.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Glendive?

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 Glendive, 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 Glendive 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 Glendive Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 71.3°F (21.8°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 5 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 2 to 4 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Glendive, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 79.6°F (26.4°C) and 35.9°F (2.2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 2 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 Glendive to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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