Climate Insights for Foster Ranches Airport

Thurston County, Montana, United States

Hottest
July
27°C peak
Coldest
December
-11°C low
Wettest
May
97mm rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Foster Ranches Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 565mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 97mm of rainfall. Foster Ranches Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are December, January, February, when temperatures can drop to -11°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 176cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20° -10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -2° Average: -7° Min: -11° Feb Max: -1° Average: -7° Min: -11° Mar Max: 4° Average: -2° Min: -7° Apr Max: 9° Average: 2° Min: -3° May Max: 15° Average: 8° Min: 2° Jun Max: 22° Average: 14° Min: 7° Jul Max: 27° Average: 18° Min: 10° Aug Max: 26° Average: 18° Min: 9° Sep Max: 21° Average: 13° Min: 6° Oct Max: 12° Average: 5° Min: -1° Nov Max: 3° Average: -3° Min: -7° Dec Max: -2° Average: -7° Min: -11°
Max
Average
Min

Foster Ranches Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 18°C. The coldest month is December, when overnight lows fall to -11°C and the daily average is -7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 27mm Snow: 20mm Feb Precipitation: 43mm Snow: 30mm Mar Precipitation: 42mm Snow: 24mm Apr Precipitation: 62mm Snow: 25mm May Precipitation: 97mm Snow: 15mm Jun Precipitation: 71mm Snow: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 24mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 26mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 51mm Snow: 4mm Oct Precipitation: 55mm Snow: 14mm Nov Precipitation: 35mm Snow: 20mm Dec Precipitation: 32mm Snow: 23mm
Precipitation
Snow

Foster Ranches Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 565mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 47mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 97mm of rainfall. June and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 24mm. That's 73mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 176cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 30cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 10km/h Feb Wind Speed: 13km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 14km/h Jun Wind Speed: 14km/h Jul Wind Speed: 13km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 14km/h Oct Wind Speed: 14km/h Nov Wind Speed: 12km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Foster Ranches Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 11km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

84 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Foster Ranches Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Foster Ranches Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near -11°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 84 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -7 to 15°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 201mm for the season, averaging 67mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 7 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 121mm over the season and a monthly average of 40mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -7 to 21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 141mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Expect around 37cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -11 to -1°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 102mm over the season and a monthly average of 34mm. Expect around 73cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -7°
Feb -7°
Mar -2°
Apr
May
Jun 14°
Jul 18°
Aug 18°
Sep 13°
Oct
Nov -3°
Dec -7°

The best time to visit Foster Ranches Airport is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 25mm per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -11°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Foster Ranches Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-11 °C
-2 °C
10 km/h
27 mm
20 cm
Feb
-11 °C
-1 °C
13 km/h
43 mm
30 cm
Mar Current
-7 °C
4 °C
12 km/h
42 mm
24 cm
Apr
-3 °C
9 °C
14 km/h
62 mm
25 cm
May
2 °C
15 °C
14 km/h
97 mm
15 cm
Jun
7 °C
22 °C
14 km/h
71 mm
1 cm
Jul
10 °C
27 °C
13 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Aug
9 °C
26 °C
13 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Sep
6 °C
21 °C
14 km/h
51 mm
4 cm
Oct
-1 °C
12 °C
14 km/h
55 mm
14 cm
Nov
-7 °C
3 °C
12 km/h
35 mm
20 cm
Dec
-11 °C
-2 °C
11 km/h
32 mm
23 cm
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