Climate Insights for Knox Ridge Airport

Niobrara County, Montana, United States

Hottest
July
31°C peak
Coldest
February
-10°C low
Wettest
June
63mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Knox Ridge Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 453mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 63mm of rainfall. Knox Ridge 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 February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -10°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 146cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -1° Average: -6° Min: -9° Feb Max: -1° Average: -7° Min: -10° Mar Max: 6° Average: 0° Min: -5° Apr Max: 14° Average: 7° Min: 1° May Max: 20° Average: 13° Min: 7° Jun Max: 26° Average: 18° Min: 12° Jul Max: 31° Average: 22° Min: 14° Aug Max: 30° Average: 21° Min: 13° Sep Max: 22° Average: 14° Min: 9° Oct Max: 13° Average: 6° Min: 1° Nov Max: 7° Average: 1° Min: -2° Dec Max: 1° Average: -4° Min: -7°
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Average
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Knox Ridge Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 41°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -10°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: 23mm Snow: 20mm Feb Precipitation: 34mm Snow: 29mm Mar Precipitation: 27mm Snow: 17mm Apr Precipitation: 56mm Snow: 18mm May Precipitation: 58mm Snow: 9mm Jun Precipitation: 63mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 27mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 15mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 61mm Snow: 4mm Oct Precipitation: 45mm Snow: 14mm Nov Precipitation: 25mm Snow: 17mm Dec Precipitation: 19mm Snow: 18mm
Precipitation
Snow

Knox Ridge Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 453mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 63mm of rainfall. September and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 15mm. That's 48mm less than June, 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 146cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 29cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 3km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Knox Ridge Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

94 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Knox Ridge Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Knox Ridge 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 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -10°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 94 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -5 to 20°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 140mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 12 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 106mm over the season and a monthly average of 35mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -2 to 22°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 131mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Expect around 35cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -10 to 1°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 76mm over the season and a monthly average of 25mm. Expect around 67cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -6°
Feb -7°
Mar
Apr
May 13°
Jun 18°
Jul 22°
Aug 21°
Sep 14°
Oct
Nov
Dec -4°

The best time to visit Knox Ridge Airport is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 35mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -10°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 Knox Ridge 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
-9 °C
-1 °C
4 km/h
23 mm
20 cm
Feb
-10 °C
-1 °C
4 km/h
34 mm
29 cm
Mar
-5 °C
6 °C
3 km/h
27 mm
17 cm
Apr
1 °C
14 °C
4 km/h
56 mm
18 cm
May
7 °C
20 °C
3 km/h
58 mm
9 cm
Jun Current
12 °C
26 °C
4 km/h
63 mm
0 cm
Jul
14 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
27 mm
0 cm
Aug
13 °C
30 °C
3 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Sep
9 °C
22 °C
3 km/h
61 mm
4 cm
Oct
1 °C
13 °C
4 km/h
45 mm
14 cm
Nov
-2 °C
7 °C
4 km/h
25 mm
17 cm
Dec
-7 °C
1 °C
4 km/h
19 mm
18 cm
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