Geography of Montana
Geography of Montana: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Montana
Yellowstone (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is 165 mi to the south-east, Yellowstone National Park is 165 mi to the south-east, Grand Teton National Park is 204 mi to the south and Grand Teton is 206 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 46°35′20.8″N 112°2′20.8″W (46.5891, -112.0391)
Quick facts about Montana
| Type | State |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 46°35′20.8″N 112°2′20.8″W (46.5891, -112.0391) |
| Capital | Helena |
| Population | 1.130.000 |
| Area | 147.040 sq mi |
| Abbreviation | MT |
| Time zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 1:27 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Geography by national park in Montana
1 national parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in Montana
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by county in Montana
1 counties mapped in this atlas
Geography by river in Montana
1 rivers mapped in this atlas
Summary
Montana is a state in United States. Montana is a US state with its capital at Helena. It has a population of about 1.1 million. The capital is Helena.
Right now it is 69°F (20°C) in Montana with overcast. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 65°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 56%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Montana is June, July, August and September. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 86°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 13°F.
Nearby highlights include Glacier National Park, Missouri River, Yellowstone (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Yellowstone National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 88°F is 6.8°F above the 82°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Montana today at 9.5/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Montana 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 | 32° | 14° | 1,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 34° | 13° | 1,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 49° | 27° | 1,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 31° | 1,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 65° | 40° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 73° | 47° | 1,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 86° | 56° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 82° | 53° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 74° | 47° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 58° | 35° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 45° | 26° | 1,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 40° | 25° | 1,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Montana?
Montana is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 46.5891, -112.0391. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Montana right now?
It is currently 69°F (20°C) with overcast. Humidity is 68% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Montana?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Montana, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Montana in?
Montana observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 1:27 AM.
How many people live in Montana?
Montana has a population of approximately 1.1 million.
What are the top things to do in Montana?
Popular options include Glacier National Park, Missouri River, Yellowstone (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park and Grand Teton.
What places are in Montana?
Montana covers 4 places in this atlas, including Glacier National Park, Bozeman, Gallatin County and Missouri River.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 23, 2026 at 1:27 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
