The best times to visit Thompson Falls for ideal weather are

June 25th to September 16th

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

 

 


Other Thompson Falls Travel Info

Weather in Thompson Falls

Temperature

Average temperatures in Thompson Falls vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 17th 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 Thompson Falls, the hottest months are July, August, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 73.8°F (23.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 54.8°F (12.7°C) at night.

Thompson Falls Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Thompson Falls 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.

Thompson Falls Perceived Temperature (F)

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Thompson Falls Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Thompson Falls 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 28.1 23.1 19
Feb 28.8 23.4 19.3
Mar 34.1 27.2 22.5
Apr 40.2 31.5 25.9
May 51.4 41.3 34.9
Jun 59.3 48.8 42
Jul 72.1 60.7 52.7
Aug 70.3 59.2 51.5
Sep 61.3 51.1 44.4
Oct 45.4 37.9 32.9
Nov 32.3 26.9 22.5
Dec 24.9 20.5 16.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -2.2 -4.9 -7.2
Feb -1.8 -4.8 -7.1
Mar 1.2 -2.7 -5.3
Apr 4.6 -0.3 -3.4
May 10.8 5.2 1.6
Jun 15.2 9.3 5.6
Jul 22.3 15.9 11.5
Aug 21.3 15.1 10.8
Sep 16.3 10.6 6.9
Oct 7.4 3.3 0.5
Nov 0.2 -2.8 -5.3
Dec -3.9 -6.4 -8.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Thompson Falls are July, August, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid September. For example, on the week of September 10th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid March with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of March 12th.

When can you find snow in Thompson Falls? 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 Thompson Falls.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Thompson Falls (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 34% 0 4.6
Feb 31% 0 3.9
Mar 42% 0 5.8
Apr 33% 0 3.5
May 24% 0 2.5
Jun 29% 0 3.4
Jul 8% 0 0.9
Aug 11% 0 1.1
Sep 13% 0 1.5
Oct 26% 0 3.3
Nov 39% 0 5.4
Dec 39% 0 6.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 34 0 11.7
Feb 31 0 9.9
Mar 42 0 14.7
Apr 33 0 8.9
May 24 0 6.4
Jun 29 0 8.6
Jul 8 0 2.3
Aug 11 0 2.8
Sep 13 0 3.8
Oct 26 0 8.4
Nov 39 0 13.7
Dec 39 0 16.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Thompson Falls has some very humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is July (38.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (79.3%).

Wind in Thompson Falls is usually calm. The windiest month is January, followed by November and December. January’s average wind speed of around 5.3 knots (6.1 MPH or 9.9 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early January where average top sustained speeds reach 10.9 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 5.3 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.8 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.1 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.5 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze
May 4 Light breeze 8.3 Gentle breeze
Jun 3.9 Barely noticeable 8 Gentle breeze
Jul 3.7 Barely noticeable 7.7 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.7 Barely noticeable 7.6 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.1 Light breeze 8 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.7 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.3 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Dec 5.2 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 74.2%
Feb 77.7%
Mar 76%
Apr 68.3%
May 59.2%
Jun 58.5%
Jul 38.6%
Aug 39.7%
Sep 47.8%
Oct 68.3%
Nov 76.3%
Dec 79.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Thompson Falls?

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 Thompson Falls, MT, US is July, followed by August and May. 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 Thompson Falls in September. 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 36.1 in September means 36.1% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Thompson Falls Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very cold. Highs range from 56.1°F (13.4°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is very common with 7 to 13 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 comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 2 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Thompson Falls, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 65.7°F (18.7°C) and 28.7°F (-1.8°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 12 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Thompson Falls to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 23.6°F (-4.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 9 to 12 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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