Montana Weather Forecast
Montana weather: 74°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Montana
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 88° / 57° | 10% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 92° / 63° | 12% | 16 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 87° / 60° | 51% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 59° | 27% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light rain | 81° / 58° | 47% · 0,1 in | 17 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 75° / 52° | 38% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 85° / 51° | 17% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 52° | 23% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 84° / 49° | 23% | 9 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 89° / 55° | 21% | 13 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 84° / 47° | 20% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌥️ Fog | 73° / 47° | 17% | 9 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌥️ Fog | 79° / 48° | 19% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 91° / 56° | 22% | 14 mph | 6 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 85°F against a August normal of 82°F - 36°F above.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (0,2 in against a typical 0,2 in).
What this means for Montana
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.
A 10% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 81°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 74°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 27% and wind is 5 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 7:55 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 August 26, 2026 at 7:55 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
