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Montana Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Montana, the United States of America in July.

Considering a trip to Montana, the United States of America this July and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Montana in July

Montana, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. In July, Montana experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. July falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Big Sky at 24°C (75°F) to very warm in Hardin at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Hardin and 7°C (45°F) in Big Sky. On average, July is the warmest month of the year in Montana, the United States of America. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Montana, the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Thompson Falls with an average of 15 mm (0.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Sidney with 59 mm (2.3 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Montana in July

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Montana

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Montana, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Montana (July)

Precipitation variation in Montana (July)

Whitefish

In July Whitefish generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Billings

In July Billings generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
305 hours
355 hours
329 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Bozeman

In July Bozeman generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Great Falls

In July Great Falls generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
318 hours
376 hours
328 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Helena

In July Helena generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
308 hours
370 hours
324 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Montana, in the United States of America.

In our records: the United States of America July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in the United States of America in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in the United States of America reached 51°C (124°F) in Palm Desert on July 28, 1995.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Montana in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Whitefish 29°C (84°F) 10°C (50°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Billings 32°C (90°F) 15°C (59°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Bozeman 29°C (84°F) 11°C (52°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Great Falls 30°C (86°F) 12°C (54°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Helena 29°C (84°F) 12°C (54°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Red Lodge 27°C (81°F) 12°C (54°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)

Montana weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Montana, the United States of America in July?

July in Montana, the United States of America brings perfect weather. In Whitefish, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in Montana, the United States of America in July?

In Whitefish, the average daytime high in July is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 10°C (50°F).

Does Montana, the United States of America get a lot of rain in July?

Not particularly. Whitefish averages just 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain in July, making it a mostly dry month for Montana, the United States of America.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Montana, the United States of America?

We consider July to be one of the best times to travel to Montana, the United States of America. Typically, the climate in Whitefish is perfect.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Whitefish. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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