The best times to visit Red Lodge for ideal weather are

June 4th 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.

 

 


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Weather in Red Lodge

Temperature

Average temperatures in Red Lodge vary drastically. 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 50th 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 Red Lodge, 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 87.3°F (30.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 59.3°F (15.2°C) at night.

Red Lodge Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Red Lodge 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.

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Red Lodge Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Red Lodge 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 37.6 26.2 16
Feb 38.2 27 17.8
Mar 51.5 38.8 28.4
Apr 55.6 42.7 32.2
May 64.4 51.7 41
Jun 75.7 62.3 50.3
Jul 85.7 71.1 57.7
Aug 83.5 68.9 55.9
Sep 75.1 60.3 48
Oct 58.2 46.6 37
Nov 46.1 35.2 25.3
Dec 34.7 24.5 14.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 3.1 -3.2 -8.9
Feb 3.4 -2.8 -7.9
Mar 10.8 3.8 -2
Apr 13.1 5.9 0.1
May 18 10.9 5
Jun 24.3 16.8 10.2
Jul 29.8 21.7 14.3
Aug 28.6 20.5 13.3
Sep 23.9 15.7 8.9
Oct 14.6 8.1 2.8
Nov 7.8 1.8 -3.7
Dec 1.5 -4.2 -9.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Red Lodge are December, January, and then February. 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 2 days of significant precipitation the week of May 21st.

When can you find snow in Red Lodge? 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 Red Lodge.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Red Lodge (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 0.1
Mar 1% 0 0.1
Apr 6% 0 0.6
May 14% 0 1.6
Jun 9% 0 0.8
Jul 5% 0 0.4
Aug 7% 0 0.8
Sep 5% 0 0.4
Oct 5% 0 0.6
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 0.3
Mar 1 0 0.3
Apr 6 0 1.5
May 14 0 4.1
Jun 9 0 2
Jul 5 0 1
Aug 7 0 2
Sep 5 0 1
Oct 5 0 1.5
Nov 1 0 0.3
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Red Lodge has some comfortably humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is July (29.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (49.4%).

Wind in Red Lodge is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and January. March’s average wind speed of around 7.6 knots (8.7 MPH or 14 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 18.4 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 6.9 Light breeze 16.3 Significant breeze
Feb 6.5 Light breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Mar 7.6 Gentle breeze 17.1 Significant breeze
Apr 7.5 Gentle breeze 16.8 Significant breeze
May 6.6 Light breeze 15.8 Significant breeze
Jun 6.3 Light breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Jul 6 Light breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Aug 5.7 Light breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Sep 5.8 Light breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Oct 6 Light breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Nov 6.9 Light breeze 15.8 Significant breeze
Dec 6.7 Light breeze 15.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 45.7%
Feb 46.7%
Mar 35%
Apr 37.7%
May 42.1%
Jun 37%
Jul 29.7%
Aug 30.4%
Sep 32.4%
Oct 42.9%
Nov 41.3%
Dec 49.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Red Lodge?

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 Red Lodge, 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 Red Lodge 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 Red Lodge Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 68.9°F (20.5°C) and 41.6°F (5.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 0 to 4 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 comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 1 to 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Red Lodge, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 77°F (25°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°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 Red Lodge to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 42.5°F (5.8°C) and 32.1°F (0.1°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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