Weather & Climate in Park City, MT
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Park City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 50.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 3,404 feet.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 43.7°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,404 ft (1,038 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 595/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6309°N, 108.9253°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Yellowstone County County |
| Nearest Airport | Billings Logan International (BIL) 22 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 83.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 20.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 82.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
42 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| May 11, 2022 | 36 km S of Silver Gate, Montana | M4.2 | 135 km | 14 km |
| Mar 25, 2008 | 35 km S of Silver Gate, Montana | M4.2 | 135 km | 4 km |
| Jan 30, 2023 | 9 km NNW of Livingston, Montana | M3.8 | 131 km | 20 km |
| Jan 9, 2003 | 23 km E of Wilsall, Montana | M3.7 | 119 km | 11 km |
| Jul 6, 2021 | 27 km SSE of Melstone, Montana | M3.6 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Mar 4, 2019 | 35 km SSW of Silver Gate, Montana | M3.3 | 138 km | 6 km |
| Jan 9, 2009 | 42 km SSW of Silver Gate, Montana | M3.3 | 149 km | 7 km |
| Aug 16, 1992 | 47 km S of Silver Gate, Montana | M3.2 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Jul 21, 2023 | Eastern Montana | M3.2 | 16 km | 5 km |
| Jul 3, 1994 | 25 km ESE of Mammoth, Wyoming | M3.2 | 143 km | 11 km |
| Nov 9, 2009 | 40 km SW of Silver Gate, Montana | M3.1 | 148 km | 6 km |
| Aug 8, 2003 | 36 km S of Silver Gate, Montana | M2.9 | 135 km | 4 km |
| Nov 6, 1998 | 36 km S of Silver Gate, Montana | M2.9 | 135 km | 15 km |
| May 3, 2013 | 35 km S of Silver Gate, Montana | M2.9 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2017 | 38 km S of Silver Gate, Montana | M2.9 | 135 km | 13 km |
| Jan 27, 2009 | 41 km SSW of Silver Gate, Montana | M2.8 | 148 km | 6 km |
| Jul 22, 2016 | 21 km W of Cody, Wyoming | M2.8 | 124 km | 7 km |
| Jan 6, 2019 | 34 km SW of Silver Gate, Montana | M2.8 | 142 km | 9 km |
| Oct 1, 1995 | 39 km SSE of Silver Gate, Montana | M2.8 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Jan 10, 2020 | 36 km S of Silver Gate, Montana | M2.8 | 135 km | 14 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
37 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 3 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 16, 1965 | EF3 | 38 km | 20.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 2010 | EF2 | 40 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 2010 | EF2 | 53 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 26, 1964 | EF2 | 99 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 1958 | EF2 | 39 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 2016 | EF1 | 95 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1991 | EF1 | 33 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 18, 1991 | EF1 | 98 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 1990 | EF1 | 54 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 1990 | EF1 | 61 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 1981 | EF1 | 99 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 26, 1976 | EF1 | 97 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 22, 1965 | EF1 | 86 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 12, 1958 | EF1 | 12 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 6, 1955 | EF1 | 56 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 2014 | EF0 | 87 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 2011 | EF0 | 51 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 2011 | EF0 | 24 km | 0.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 2005 | EF0 | 28 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 2004 | EF0 | 78 km | - | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Yellowstone (191 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yellowstone | Caldera(s) | 2,805 m (9,203 ft) | -1350 | 191 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: DERBY (200,993 acres, 2006).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2006 | DERBY | 200,993 | 69 km |
| 1984 | HAWK CREEK | 157,778 | 86 km |
| 2008 | DUNN MTN. ASSIST | 105,494 | 87 km |
| 2006 | BUNDY RAILROAD | 91,575 | 95 km |
| 2003 | HOBBLE | 38,365 | 62 km |
| 2021 | ROBERTSON DRAW | 31,132 | 65 km |
| 2020 | BOBCAT | 31,020 | 87 km |
| 2012 | DAHL | 21,448 | 77 km |
| 1996 | SHEPARD MTN | 17,379 | 70 km |
| 1994 | BLACK BUTTE | 10,231 | 79 km |
| 2008 | CASCADE | 10,017 | 67 km |
| 2010 | STUMP GULCH | 8,873 | 32 km |
| 1996 | COLFAX | 8,429 | 88 km |
| 2021 | TROUT CREEK | 7,804 | 59 km |
| 2011 | HOLE IN THE WALL | 6,559 | 77 km |
| 2006 | BIRTHDAY2 | 6,553 | 86 km |
| 2017 | MICROWAVE | 5,958 | 88 km |
| 2003 | DEEP LAKE | 5,466 | 87 km |
| 1996 | LASTSTAND | 5,385 | 89 km |
| 2002 | COW CREEK | 5,162 | 15 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 32°F (0°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.5 in |
Park City has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 23°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.6") and January the driest (0.5").