Climate Insights for Absarokee

Mellette County, Montana, United States

Hottest
July
29°C peak
Coldest
December
-13°C low
Wettest
May
79mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Absarokee is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 525mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 79mm of rainfall. Absarokee 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 -13°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 122cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20° -10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 0° Average: -5° Min: -9° Feb Max: 9° Average: 3° Min: -2° Mar Max: 12° Average: 4° Min: -2° Apr Max: 16° Average: 8° Min: 2° May Max: 18° Average: 11° Min: 4° Jun Max: 27° Average: 19° Min: 10° Jul Max: 29° Average: 20° Min: 12° Aug Max: 28° Average: 19° Min: 11° Sep Max: 21° Average: 13° Min: 8° Oct Max: 16° Average: 8° Min: 3° Nov Max: 11° Average: 4° Min: -1° Dec Max: -5° Average: -9° Min: -13°
Max
Average
Min

Absarokee has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 42°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. The coldest month is December, when overnight lows fall to -13°C and the daily average is -9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 13°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: 15mm Snow: 12mm Feb Precipitation: 8mm Snow: 2mm Mar Precipitation: 61mm Snow: 29mm Apr Precipitation: 71mm Snow: 11mm May Precipitation: 79mm Snow: 4mm Jun Precipitation: 46mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 34mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 16mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 65mm Snow: 2mm Oct Precipitation: 65mm Snow: 6mm Nov Precipitation: 27mm Snow: 17mm Dec Precipitation: 40mm Snow: 39mm
Precipitation
Snow

Absarokee is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 525mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 44mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 79mm of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 8mm. That's 71mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 122cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 39cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 3km/h Mar Wind Speed: 3km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 3km/h
Wind Speed

Absarokee is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

52 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Absarokee, which began on June 21, 2026. Absarokee 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near -13°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -2 to 18°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 210mm for the season, averaging 70mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 10 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 97mm over the season and a monthly average of 32mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -1 to 21°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 157mm for the season, averaging 52mm per month. Expect around 24cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -13 to 9°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 62mm over the season and a monthly average of 21mm. Expect around 54cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -5°
Feb
Mar
Apr
May 11°
Jun 19°
Jul 20°
Aug 19°
Sep 13°
Oct
Nov
Dec -9°

The best time to visit Absarokee is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 32mm per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -13°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Absarokee 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
-9 °C
0 °C
2 km/h
15 mm
12 cm
Feb
-2 °C
9 °C
3 km/h
8 mm
2 cm
Mar
-2 °C
12 °C
3 km/h
61 mm
29 cm
Apr
2 °C
16 °C
3 km/h
71 mm
11 cm
May
4 °C
18 °C
3 km/h
79 mm
4 cm
Jun
10 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Jul
12 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Aug Current
11 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Sep
8 °C
21 °C
3 km/h
65 mm
2 cm
Oct
3 °C
16 °C
3 km/h
65 mm
6 cm
Nov
-1 °C
11 °C
2 km/h
27 mm
17 cm
Dec
-13 °C
-5 °C
3 km/h
40 mm
39 cm
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