Best Time to Visit Glacier National Park
Best time to visit Glacier National Park: July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Glacier National Park
Go in July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Glacier National Park month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22° | 12° | 2,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 25° | 12° | 3,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 33° | 19° | 4,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| April | 40° | 24° | 3,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 49° | 33° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 56° | 39° | 5,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 71° | 51° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 49° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 61° | 45° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 44° | 30° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 31° | 20° | 4,4 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| December | 29° | 20° | 5,4 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Glacier National Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Glacier National Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calgary | 158 mi | 41°F | +36°F warmer | 20 in |
| Missouri River | 171 mi | 46°F | +41°F warmer | 15 in |
| Dinosaur Provincial Park | 173 mi | 43°F | +38°F warmer | 18 in |
| Banff | 185 mi | 36°F | about the same | 20 in |
| Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks | 212 mi | 29°F | 40°F cooler | 23 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots with grip for ice
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Glacier National Park is a national park in Montana. Glacier National Park is a US national park known for Going-to-the-Sun Road and alpine lakes.
Right now it is 30°F (-1°C) in Glacier National Park with overcast. It feels like 24°F. Today runs from 28°F to 34°F. Chance of precipitation is 63%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Glacier National Park is July and August. The climate is subarctic. March, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 71°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 12°F.
Nearby highlights include Missouri River, Dinosaur Provincial Park, Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks and Banff National Park.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 34°F is 10.1°F below the 44°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in Glacier National Park today at 7.5/10. Overnight lows near 28°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Glacier National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:06 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌥️ 37° / 23°
Fog · 8% rain · wind 8 mph
🌨️ 32° / 25°
Light snow showers · 27% rain · wind 8 mph
Things to do in Glacier National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Glacier National Park.
Quick facts about Glacier National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Montana |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 48°45′34.6″N 113°47′13.2″W (48.7596, -113.787) |
| Established | 1910 |
| Known for | Going-to-the-Sun Road and alpine lakes |
| Local time | 1:06 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Subarctic |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Glacier National Park?
Glacier National Park is a national park in Montana. Its coordinates are 48.7596, -113.787. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Glacier National Park right now?
It is currently 30°F (-1°C) with overcast. Humidity is 97% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Glacier National Park?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Glacier National Park, which has a subarctic climate. March, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Glacier National Park in?
Glacier National Park observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 1:06 PM.
What are the top things to do in Glacier National Park?
Popular options include Missouri River, Dinosaur Provincial Park, Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks, Banff National Park and Lake Louise.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 28, 2026 at 1:06 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
