Weather & Climate in Dupuyer, MT
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Dupuyer has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 46.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 4,271 feet.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 41.3°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,271 ft (1,302 m) |
| Area | 4.7 sq mi (12.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.1824°N, 112.4745°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Pondera County County |
| Nearest Airport | Cut Bank International (CTB) 30 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 24.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 95.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 49.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
288 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.8.
| Jul 6, 2017 | 11 km SE of Lincoln, Montana | M5.8 | 145 km | 12 km |
| Jul 6, 2017 | 14 km SE of Lincoln, Montana | M4.4 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Jan 30, 2016 | 19 km E of Lincoln, Montana | M4.3 | 138 km | 2 km |
| May 2, 1995 | 2 km NW of Kila, Montana | M4.1 | 149 km | 9 km |
| Jun 29, 1995 | 2 km NNW of Kila, Montana | M4.1 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Apr 15, 1998 | 11 km NE of Swan Lake, Montana | M4.1 | 97 km | 4 km |
| Jul 6, 2017 | 14 km SSE of Lincoln, Montana | M4.0 | 150 km | 9 km |
| Jul 19, 2002 | 43 km NE of Seeley Lake, Montana | M4.0 | 94 km | 25 km |
| Jul 17, 2017 | 12 km ESE of Lincoln, Montana | M4.0 | 144 km | 13 km |
| Apr 1, 1992 | 10 km ESE of Swan Lake, Montana | M4.0 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Jun 2, 1996 | 37 km N of Ovando, Montana | M3.9 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Aug 16, 1994 | 27 km W of Chester, Montana | M3.9 | 91 km | 5 km |
| Oct 19, 2017 | 12 km SE of Lincoln, Montana | M3.9 | 144 km | 4 km |
| Apr 1, 1993 | 15 km E of Lincoln, Montana | M3.9 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Jul 2, 1992 | 4 km SSE of South Browning, Montana | M3.8 | 53 km | 10 km |
| Jun 1, 1996 | 23 km N of Ovando, Montana | M3.8 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Jul 5, 2024 | 24 km ENE of Seeley Lake, Montana | M3.8 | 113 km | 22 km |
| May 7, 1992 | 14 km NE of Seeley Lake, Montana | M3.8 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Mar 21, 1992 | 20 km NE of Seeley Lake, Montana | M3.8 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Apr 17, 2018 | 13 km ESE of Lincoln, Montana | M3.8 | 144 km | 14 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
17 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 7, 1982 | EF2 | 90 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 1966 | EF2 | 77 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 2006 | EF1 | 51 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 3, 1998 | EF1 | 97 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1994 | EF1 | 54 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 1, 1977 | EF1 | 90 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 1, 1977 | EF1 | 54 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 1964 | EF1 | 74 km | 27.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 22, 1962 | EF1 | 78 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1994 | EF0 | 59 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1993 | EF0 | 58 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 29, 1986 | EF0 | 13 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1982 | EF0 | 90 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 2, 1981 | EF0 | 59 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 2, 1981 | EF0 | 59 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 3, 1963 | EF0 | 90 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 1963 | EF0 | 55 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BEAR CREEK (60,710 acres, 2015).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2015 | BEAR CREEK | 60,710 | 82 km |
| 2007 | FOOL CREEK | 53,912 | 42 km |
| 2015 | FAMILY PEAK COMPLEX | 49,769 | 37 km |
| 2007 | AHORN | 45,633 | 79 km |
| 1988 | GATES PARK | 42,493 | 54 km |
| 2007 | SKYLAND | 41,237 | 56 km |
| 2003 | LITTLE SALMON CREEK | 33,044 | 90 km |
| 2006 | RED EAGLE | 32,563 | 90 km |
| 2012 | ELBOW PASS COMPLEX | 28,989 | 94 km |
| 2003 | BARTLETT MOUNTAIN | 27,614 | 99 km |
| 2003 | RAMPAGE COMPLEX (DOUBLE MOUNTAIN 2) | 23,680 | 86 km |
| 2015 | TRAIL CREEK | 22,338 | 72 km |
| 2017 | SCALP | 20,309 | 49 km |
| 2015 | THOMPSON | 18,049 | 89 km |
| 2017 | STRAWBERRY | 17,781 | 36 km |
| 2021 | GREENHOUSE | 14,501 | 55 km |
| 2007 | CORPORAL | 14,054 | 72 km |
| 2013 | RED SHALE | 13,712 | 55 km |
| 2015 | MOOSE RIDGE | 11,395 | 59 km |
| 2003 | LITTLE SALMON CREEK WILDLAND FIRE COMPLEX (MID) | 10,052 | 76 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 24°F (-5°C) | 0.3 in |
Dupuyer has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 23°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and January the driest (0.3").