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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Lake McDonald, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C). January observes an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C), marking an insignificant difference from December's 25.7°F (-3.5°C). Weather in January »

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Lake McDonald, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The shift to February signals an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C), subtly varied from January's 27.1°F (-2.7°C). Weather in February »

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Lake McDonald, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C). March's arrival coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from February's subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C) to a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April in Lake McDonald, Montana, is a chilly spring month, with an average temperature varying between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C). April marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from March's wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C) to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). Weather in April »

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lake McDonald, is a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C). May indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) in April to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

June, the first month of the summer in Lake McDonald, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 41.2°F (5.1°C) and max 66.4°F (19.1°C). A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during June, adjusting from a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) in May to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July in Lake McDonald, Montana, is a warm summer month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and an average high of 77.9°F (25.5°C). In Lake McDonald, July is identified by the highest average temperatures, reaching a peak of 77.9°F (25.5°C) and a low of 45.1°F (7.3°C). Weather in July »

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Lake McDonald, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 76.8°F (24.9°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C). During August, the average high-temperature is a still warm 76.8°F (24.9°C), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. Weather in August »

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is also an enjoyable month in Lake McDonald, Montana, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.5°F (18.6°C) and min 39.2°F (4°C). During Lake McDonald's transition into September, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a warm 76.8°F (24.9°C) in August to a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C). Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Lake McDonald, Montana, is another chilly autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.4°F (9.1°C) and min 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Lake McDonald's transition into October is marked by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C) in September to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

November, the last month of the autumn in Lake McDonald, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23°F (-5°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C). The start of November involves a temperature drop, moving from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in October to an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Lake McDonald, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 13.8°F (-10.1°C). Lake McDonald's coldest month, December, registers temperatures that range from a high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) to a low of 13.8°F (-10.1°C). Weather in December »
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

How much does it rain?

Throughout the year, there are 126.4 rainfall days, and 11.22" (285mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow?

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 18.9 days and accumulates 7.72" (196mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow?

Throughout the year, there are 97 snowfall days, and 33.86" (860mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST)?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Lake McDonald, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is June, when the rain falls for 13.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through August are months without snowfall.

When are the longest days?

The month with the longest days is June, with an average of 16h and 6min of daylight.

What is the warmest month in Lake McDonald?

July, characterized by an average high temperature of 77.9°F (25.5°C) and a low temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C), is generally the warmest month.

What month has the most sunshine?

July has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 6, July is the month with the highest UV index.

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 55%.

What is the driest month in Lake McDonald?

The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 6.3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

What part of the year is the coldest?

Lake McDonald reaches its average lowest temperatures in December, measuring 25.7°F (-3.5°C) at the peak and 13.8°F (-10.1°C) at the lowest.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

Average temperature
Lake McDonald, MT

Average temperature - Lake McDonald, MT

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (45.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (13.5°F).

Average pressure
Lake McDonald, MT

Average pressure - Lake McDonald, MT

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed
Lake McDonald, MT

Average wind speed - Lake McDonald, MT

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and December (3.7mph).

Average humidity
Lake McDonald, MT

Average humidity - Lake McDonald, MT

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall
Lake McDonald, MT

Average rainfall - Lake McDonald, MT

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.43").

Average rainfall days
Lake McDonald, MT

Average rainfall days - Lake McDonald, MT

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.3 days).

Average snowfall
Lake McDonald, MT

Average snowfall - Lake McDonald, MT

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days
Lake McDonald, MT

Average snowfall days - Lake McDonald, MT

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight / Average sunshine
Lake McDonald, MT

Average daylight / Average sunshine - Lake McDonald, MT

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days
Lake McDonald, MT

Average sunshine days - Lake McDonald, MT

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.7 days).

Average UV index
Lake McDonald, MT

Average UV index - Lake McDonald, MT

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average visibility
Lake McDonald, MT

Average visibility - Lake McDonald, MT

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3mi).

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