Glacier National Park weather and climate
Glacier National Park weather and climate
Day
25 °C
Night
7 °C
Precipitation
47 mm
in month
Rainy days
8 days
in month
Daylight
16 hours
average
Sunshine
11 hours
average
Humidity
57 %
Day
25 °C
Night
7 °C
Precipitation
47 mm
in month
Rainy days
8 days
in month
Daylight
16 hours
average
Sunshine
11 hours
average
Humidity
57 %
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Weather overview
Glacier National Park (United States of America) in general has a cold continental climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from -4 °C (24 °F) in December to 25 °C (77 °F) in August. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in July with 7 °C (44 °F), the lowest in January with -14 °C (7 °F). The least rainy month in Glacier National Park is July with its 8 days of rain, the rainiest month is March, when it rains 14 days.
January weather
The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value being -4 °C (25 °F) in Glacier National Park, while the night temperature is on its minimum, with its value of -14 °C (7 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed, with its value of 3 hours.
February weather
The rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, with its value of 52 mm (2.05 in) in Glacier National Park. The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value being -2 °C (29 °F), while the beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 4 hours.
March weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 4 °C (40 °F) in Glacier National Park, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value of -7 °C (19 °F). The maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, with its value being 14 days, while the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed, with its value being 64 mm (2.53 in). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 5 hours.
April weather
The number of rainy days starts to descent in April in Glacier National Park. The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 10 °C (50 °F), and the night temperature continues to rise too, its value is -3 °C (26 °F). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed.
May weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 16 °C (60 °F) in Glacier National Park, and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, with its value being 1 °C (34 °F). The number of rainy days continues to descent, the value of this measure is 12 days, while the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 83 mm (3.25 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, its value is 8 hours.
June weather
The tourist season is about to start in Glacier National Park. The maximum of the rainfall amount is observable in June. The rise of the night temperature can be observed, with its value being 5 °C (40 °F), and the rise of the day temperature can be observed as well, its value is 20 °C (67 °F). The day length reaches its maximum, its value is 16 hours. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value being 9 hours.
July weather
The tourist season continues in Glacier National Park. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 25 °C (76 °F), while the night temperature reaches its maximum, with its value of 7 °C (44 °F). The rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value being 47 mm (1.84 in), while the number of rainy days reaches its minimum, its value is 8 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its maximum, the value of this measure is 11 hours.
August weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Glacier National Park, and there is pending dry season too. The day temperature is on its maximum, its value is 25 °C (77 °F). The minimum of the rainfall amount can be noticed, with its value of 41 mm (1.62 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent. The minimum of the wind speed can be noticed, its value is 3.
September weather
The tourist season continues in Glacier National Park. The beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value of 19 °C (65 °F), while the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 2 °C (36 °F). The rainfall amount starts to rise, its value is 64 mm (2.53 in), and the number of rainy days starts to rise too, its value is 10 days. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, the value of this measure is 7 hours.
October weather
The rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 71 mm (2.79 in) in Glacier National Park. The descent of the night temperature can be observed, its value is -2 °C (29 °F), and the day temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, with its value of 11 °C (52 °F). The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value being 5 hours.
November weather
The number of rainy days starts to rise in Glacier National Park, while the rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 79 mm (3.09 in). The descent of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 2 °C (36 °F), and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 3 hours. The wind speed is on its maximum in this month.
December weather
The day temperature is on its minimum, the value of this measure is -4 °C (24 °F) in Glacier National Park, while the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being -13 °C (8 °F). The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable, with its value being 2 hours. The maximum of the humidity is observable in December. The beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed, with its value being 63 mm (2.46 in). The day length reaches its minimum, with its value being 8 hours.
FAQs
How many sunny hours can I expect in Glacier National Park in May?
In Glacier National Park in May, you can expect around 8 hours of sunshine.
Is June a good month to visit Glacier National Park?
June is a good month to visit Glacier National Park. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 20 °C (67 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. The night temperature of 5 °C (40 °F) is not inviting for evening and night activities except for visiting a bar and having beer or two.
How many rainy days can I expect in Glacier National Park in July?
In Glacier National Park in July, we can expect 8 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 1.9 days of the week, or in general - 28 % days.
What temperature can I expect during the day in Glacier National Park in August?
In Glacier National Park in August, the average daily temperatures will be 25 °C (77 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.
Is there a wet season in Glacier National Park in September?
No, there is no wet season in Glacier National Park in September - you can expect 10 days of rain during the month.
What is the air temperature in October in Glacier National Park at night?
The average night temperature in October in Glacier National Park is -2 °C (29 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.