Glacier National Park Travel Guide
Glacier National Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 67°F (20°C) in Glacier National Park with partly cloudy. It feels like 65°F. Today runs from 62°F to 79°F. Chance of precipitation is 24%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
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 warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 79°F is 11.2°F above the 68°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Glacier National Park today at 9.7/10. Gusts to 33 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Glacier National Park
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Coordinates: 48°45′34.6″N 113°47′13.2″W (48.7596, -113.787)
Weather in Glacier National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:41 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 79° / 62°
Overcast · 24% rain · wind 18 mph
🌦️ 69° / 55°
Light drizzle · 7% rain · wind 19 mph
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 | 3:41 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Things to do in Glacier National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Glacier National Park.
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 65°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 33 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 67°F (20°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 47% and wind is 3 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 3:41 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, Lake Louise and Lake Louise.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - 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 3:41 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
