Geography of Missouri River
Geography of Missouri River: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Missouri River
Gallatin County is 79 mi to the south-east, Bozeman is 79 mi to the south-east, Yellowstone (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is 165 mi to the south-east and Yellowstone National Park is 165 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 46°35′20.8″N 112°2′20.8″W (46.5891, -112.0391)
Quick facts about Missouri River
| Type | River |
|---|---|
| State | Montana |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 46°35′20.8″N 112°2′20.8″W (46.5891, -112.0391) |
| Length | 2.341 mi |
| Known for | the longest river in North America |
| Local time | 4:31 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Summary
Missouri River is a river in Montana. Missouri River is a river known as the longest river in North America.
Right now it is 74°F (23°C) in Missouri River with clear. It feels like 66°F. Today runs from 57°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 8%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Missouri River 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 Yellowstone (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Yellowstone National Park, Glacier National Park and Grand Teton National Park.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is 7.7°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. stargazing is the strongest bet in Missouri River today at 9.7/10. 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 Missouri River 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 Missouri River?
Missouri River is a river in Montana. Its coordinates are 46.5891, -112.0391. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Missouri River right now?
It is currently 74°F (23°C) with clear. Humidity is 27% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Missouri River?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Missouri River, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Missouri River in?
Missouri River observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 4:31 PM.
What are the top things to do in Missouri River?
Popular options include Yellowstone (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Yellowstone National Park, Glacier National Park, Grand Teton National Park and Grand Teton.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (rivers) - 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 24, 2026 at 4:31 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
