Weather & Climate in Belgrade, MT
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Belgrade has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 91.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 4,450 feet.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 43.0°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,450 ft (1,356 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,346/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.7787°N, 111.1771°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Gallatin County County |
| Nearest Airport | Bozeman Yellowstone International (BZN) 1 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 81.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 71.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very High |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
887 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.6.
| Jul 26, 2005 | 16 km N of Dillon, Montana | M5.6 | 121 km | 13 km |
| Mar 30, 2014 | 22 km S of Mammoth, Wyoming | M4.8 | 118 km | 6 km |
| May 8, 2007 | 8 km NNW of Alder, Montana | M4.4 | 86 km | 14 km |
| Apr 5, 2011 | 28 km NNE of Spencer, Idaho | M4.4 | 148 km | 12 km |
| Feb 5, 2006 | 44 km NE of Spencer, Idaho | M4.4 | 133 km | 14 km |
| Jun 16, 2017 | 12 km E of Hebgen Lake Estates, Montana | M4.4 | 112 km | 9 km |
| Jun 13, 2016 | 45 km W of Hebgen Lake Estates, Montana | M4.3 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Oct 28, 1998 | 18 km S of Whitehall, Montana | M4.3 | 75 km | 5 km |
| Nov 24, 2000 | 24 km S of Mammoth, Wyoming | M4.2 | 120 km | 9 km |
| Aug 16, 2019 | 4 km NW of Manhattan, Montana | M4.2 | 19 km | 2 km |
| Aug 30, 1997 | 25 km WNW of Hebgen Lake Estates, Montana | M4.1 | 107 km | 4 km |
| Jun 18, 2006 | 6 km S of Pony, Montana | M4.1 | 60 km | 12 km |
| Oct 7, 2024 | 11 km E of Dillon, Montana | M4.1 | 119 km | 17 km |
| Aug 6, 2019 | 3 km NW of Manhattan, Montana | M4.1 | 18 km | 5 km |
| Apr 8, 2000 | 8 km ENE of Townsend, Montana | M4.1 | 65 km | 5 km |
| Sep 3, 2016 | 16 km S of Whitehall, Montana | M4.0 | 74 km | 8 km |
| Jan 18, 2006 | 18 km NNE of Dillon, Montana | M4.0 | 114 km | 9 km |
| Feb 17, 1992 | 24 km NE of Lima, Montana | M4.0 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Jul 14, 2019 | 11 km NNE of Manhattan, Montana | M4.0 | 20 km | 6 km |
| Mar 6, 2009 | 18 km S of Whitehall, Montana | M4.0 | 74 km | 12 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
14 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jul 2, 2010 | EF2 | 72 km | 2.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2012 | EF1 | 88 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 22, 1965 | EF1 | 91 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1960 | EF1 | 12 km | 1.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2011 | EF0 | 46 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 29, 1999 | EF0 | 69 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 1997 | EF0 | 16 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 1997 | EF0 | 16 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1996 | EF0 | 69 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 1994 | EF0 | 33 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 29, 1992 | EF0 | 61 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1992 | EF0 | 67 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 22, 1978 | EF0 | 100 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1973 | EF0 | 97 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Yellowstone (155 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yellowstone | Caldera(s) | 2,805 m (9,203 ft) | -1350 | 155 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: TOSTON-MAUDLOW (80,383 acres, 2000).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2000 | TOSTON-MAUDLOW | 80,383 | 48 km |
| 2021 | WOODS CREEK | 55,836 | 85 km |
| 1988 | CANYON CREEK | 35,865 | 87 km |
| 2001 | FRIDLEY | 27,575 | 43 km |
| 2021 | HAYSTACK | 26,118 | 92 km |
| 2006 | JUNGLE | 23,846 | 73 km |
| 2007 | WH COMPLEX (WICKED CREEK) | 22,195 | 78 km |
| 2021 | AMERICAN FORK | 20,726 | 79 km |
| 1988 | FAN | 20,422 | 89 km |
| 2012 | BEAR TRAP 2 | 14,875 | 36 km |
| 2000 | CANYON FERRY COMPLEX (BUCKSNORT) | 14,843 | 98 km |
| 2006 | BIG CREEK | 13,424 | 52 km |
| 2013 | MINER PARADISE COMPLEX | 12,210 | 61 km |
| 2012 | MILLIE | 10,497 | 40 km |
| 1994 | BLACK BUTTE | 10,231 | 97 km |
| 2000 | BOULDER COMPLEX (HIGH ORE ROAD) | 9,625 | 95 km |
| 2000 | BEAVER CREEK | 9,568 | 94 km |
| 2015 | EUSTIS | 8,469 | 37 km |
| 2020 | BRIDGER FOOTHILLS | 8,291 | 20 km |
| 2015 | COTTONWOOD GULCH | 8,100 | 23 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
Belgrade has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 21°F in December to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (0.4").