Weather & Climate in Maverick Mountain, MT
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Maverick Mountain has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 6,524 feet.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
62°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 38.7°F |
| 28% below US avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,524 ft (1,989 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 30/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4181°N, 113.1110°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Beaverhead County County |
| Nearest Airport | Bozeman Yellowstone International (BZN) 98 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 42.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 77.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 24.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Relatively High |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
725 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 | 39 km | 13 km |
| Aug 20, 1999 | 22 km NW of Lima, Montana | M5.1 | 75 km | 16 km |
| Jan 3, 2015 | 9 km E of Challis, Idaho | M5.0 | 128 km | 9 km |
| Jun 7, 1994 | 18 km E of Challis, Idaho | M4.8 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Apr 13, 2014 | 15 km NNW of Challis, Idaho | M4.8 | 131 km | 4 km |
| Apr 9, 2019 | 9 km NE of Lima, Montana | M4.6 | 93 km | 14 km |
| May 4, 1992 | 20 km E of Challis, Idaho | M4.6 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Apr 5, 2011 | 28 km NNE of Spencer, Idaho | M4.4 | 121 km | 12 km |
| Apr 14, 2014 | 13 km NW of Challis, Idaho | M4.4 | 132 km | 7 km |
| May 6, 1992 | 17 km E of Challis, Idaho | M4.4 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Feb 5, 2006 | 44 km NE of Spencer, Idaho | M4.4 | 127 km | 14 km |
| May 8, 2007 | 8 km NNW of Alder, Montana | M4.4 | 77 km | 14 km |
| Dec 28, 1991 | southern Idaho | M4.4 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Jun 13, 2016 | 45 km W of Hebgen Lake Estates, Montana | M4.3 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Jun 8, 2025 | 24 km E of Clayton, Idaho | M4.3 | 150 km | 7 km |
| Oct 28, 1998 | 18 km S of Whitehall, Montana | M4.3 | 83 km | 5 km |
| Mar 22, 1992 | 11 km NE of Challis, Idaho | M4.3 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Aug 13, 1998 | 3 km ESE of Challis, Idaho | M4.2 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Jul 14, 2023 | 3 km S of Lima, Montana | M4.2 | 99 km | 12 km |
| Aug 16, 2019 | 4 km NW of Manhattan, Montana | M4.2 | 145 km | 2 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 |
| Jun 14, 1962 | EF2 | 23 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1962 | EF2 | 35 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 3, 1988 | EF1 | 25 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1987 | EF1 | 68 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 24, 1984 | EF1 | 64 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1976 | EF1 | 22 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1965 | EF1 | 26 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 1, 1956 | EF1 | 66 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 2023 | EF0 | 99 km | 1.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 20, 2018 | EF0 | 33 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 10, 2016 | EF0 | 42 km | 0.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 15, 1997 | EF0 | 79 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1997 | EF0 | 30 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 5, 1995 | EF0 | 86 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 1991 | EF0 | 52 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 14, 1962 | EF0 | 23 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 2, 1959 | EF0 | 12 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: CLEAR CREEK DIVIDE COMPLEX (CLEAR CREEK) (170,322 acres, 2000).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2000 | CLEAR CREEK DIVIDE COMPLEX (CLEAR CREEK) | 170,322 | 99 km |
| 2022 | MOOSE | 142,221 | 82 km |
| 2000 | VALLEY COMPLEX (BEAR) | 118,045 | 100 km |
| 2017 | MEYERS | 68,711 | 72 km |
| 2000 | MUSSIGBROD COMPLEX (MUSSIGBROD) | 64,810 | 66 km |
| 2000 | SULA COMPLEX (MAYNARD) | 62,967 | 79 km |
| 2021 | TRAIL CREEK | 62,432 | 56 km |
| 2021 | ALDER CREEK | 38,189 | 43 km |
| 2023 | HAYDEN | 32,292 | 91 km |
| 2007 | ROMBO MOUNTAIN | 28,215 | 89 km |
| 2007 | RAT CREEK | 25,929 | 59 km |
| 2000 | TAYLOR SPRINGS FIRES | 22,598 | 85 km |
| 2011 | SALT | 22,314 | 96 km |
| 2000 | VALLEY COMPLEX (COYOTE) | 20,601 | 95 km |
| 2022 | TRAIL RIDGE | 19,532 | 68 km |
| 2020 | BEAR CREEK | 14,978 | 63 km |
| 2006 | CLARKS CANYON | 14,848 | 50 km |
| 2007 | PATTENGAIL CREEK | 13,471 | 33 km |
| 2003 | TOBIAS | 13,356 | 84 km |
| 2005 | SIGNAL ROCK | 12,653 | 96 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 20°F (-6°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 29°F (-1°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
Maverick Mountain has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 18°F in December to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.8") and January the driest (0.3").