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Helena (MT) Climate by Month

Helena experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from warm days to very cold weather. It typically sees modest rain/snowfall throughout the year. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Helena is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in July to a very cold -0°C in the coolest month, December. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to -10°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Helena has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 373 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The climate in Helena shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in May, with an average of 59 mm of precipitation over 15 rainy days. In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 17 mm of snowfall over 11 snowy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Helena serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 12.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 3.3 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Helena in the United States of America

During the months of June and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Helena have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January and February are very dry.
  • When is winter in Helena?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Helena?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Helena?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of -0°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Helena?
    May tops the wettest month list with 59 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Helena?
    January is the driest month with 17 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Helena?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 370 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Helena (MT)

    Sat   Nov 23
    4°C | -7°C
    W 18 km/h
    8.6 mm
    overcast and heavy sleet

    overcast and heavy sleet

    Sun   Nov 24
    -5°C | -9°C
    NW 11 km/h
    4.2 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of snow

    partly cloudy and chance of snow

    Mon   Nov 25
    0°C | -9°C
    W 11 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain