Weather & Climate in Walkerville, MT
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Walkerville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 75.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 6,291 feet.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 40.1°F |
| 26% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,291 ft (1,917 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 296/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.0366°N, 112.5395°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Jefferson County County |
| Nearest Airport | Helena Regional (HLN) 48 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 21.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 24.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 34.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
571 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 | 94 km | 12 km |
| Jul 26, 2005 | 16 km N of Dillon, Montana | M5.6 | 75 km | 13 km |
| Aug 20, 1999 | 22 km NW of Lima, Montana | M5.1 | 141 km | 16 km |
| Jul 6, 2017 | 15 km S of Lincoln, Montana | M5.0 | 87 km | 15 km |
| Apr 9, 2019 | 9 km NE of Lima, Montana | M4.6 | 149 km | 14 km |
| May 8, 2007 | 8 km NNW of Alder, Montana | M4.4 | 78 km | 14 km |
| Jul 6, 2017 | 14 km SE of Lincoln, Montana | M4.4 | 91 km | 10 km |
| Jan 30, 2016 | 19 km E of Lincoln, Montana | M4.3 | 102 km | 2 km |
| Oct 28, 1998 | 18 km S of Whitehall, Montana | M4.3 | 49 km | 5 km |
| Aug 16, 2019 | 4 km NW of Manhattan, Montana | M4.2 | 92 km | 2 km |
| Jun 18, 2006 | 6 km S of Pony, Montana | M4.1 | 69 km | 12 km |
| Aug 6, 2019 | 3 km NW of Manhattan, Montana | M4.1 | 93 km | 5 km |
| Apr 8, 2000 | 8 km ENE of Townsend, Montana | M4.1 | 93 km | 5 km |
| Oct 7, 2024 | 11 km E of Dillon, Montana | M4.1 | 90 km | 17 km |
| Sep 3, 2016 | 16 km S of Whitehall, Montana | M4.0 | 47 km | 8 km |
| Aug 26, 1999 | 21 km NW of Lima, Montana | M4.0 | 141 km | 12 km |
| Jul 6, 2017 | 14 km SSE of Lincoln, Montana | M4.0 | 89 km | 9 km |
| Feb 17, 1992 | 24 km NE of Lima, Montana | M4.0 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Mar 10, 1996 | 17 km NNW of Lima, Montana | M4.0 | 141 km | 8 km |
| Jul 27, 2005 | 18 km N of Dillon, Montana | M4.0 | 73 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
24 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 14, 1962 | EF2 | 97 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1962 | EF2 | 83 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 28, 1982 | EF1 | 42 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1976 | EF1 | 99 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1965 | EF1 | 56 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 20, 2018 | EF0 | 84 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 10, 2016 | EF0 | 91 km | 0.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 15, 1997 | EF0 | 24 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1997 | EF0 | 94 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 1997 | EF0 | 95 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 1997 | EF0 | 95 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 1997 | EF0 | 72 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 1994 | EF0 | 79 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 11, 1993 | EF0 | 76 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1992 | EF0 | 88 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 29, 1992 | EF0 | 87 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1992 | EF0 | 81 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 1991 | EF0 | 74 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 1988 | EF0 | 66 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1971 | EF0 | 76 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: MEYERS (68,711 acres, 2017).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2017 | MEYERS | 68,711 | 78 km |
| 2000 | MUSSIGBROD COMPLEX (MUSSIGBROD) | 64,810 | 84 km |
| 2021 | ALDER CREEK | 38,189 | 54 km |
| 1988 | CANYON CREEK | 35,865 | 73 km |
| 2017 | LITTLE HOGBACK | 34,646 | 92 km |
| 1984 | NORTH HILL | 27,162 | 99 km |
| 2021 | HAYSTACK | 26,118 | 27 km |
| 2007 | RAT CREEK | 25,929 | 100 km |
| 2012 | BEAR TRAP 2 | 14,875 | 88 km |
| 2000 | CANYON FERRY COMPLEX (BUCKSNORT) | 14,843 | 88 km |
| 2007 | PATTENGAIL CREEK | 13,471 | 63 km |
| 2005 | SIGNAL ROCK | 12,653 | 95 km |
| 2000 | MIDDLE FORK COMPLEX (COUGAR CREEK) | 11,655 | 92 km |
| 2000 | BOULDER COMPLEX (HIGH ORE ROAD) | 9,625 | 42 km |
| 1988 | COMBINATION | 8,588 | 78 km |
| 2015 | EUSTIS | 8,469 | 83 km |
| 2015 | COTTONWOOD GULCH | 8,100 | 93 km |
| 2023 | BOWLES CREEK | 7,447 | 98 km |
| 2015 | BEAR LAKE | 4,695 | 77 km |
| 2020 | STATE CREEK | 4,549 | 27 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 22°F (-5°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 32°F (-0°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
Walkerville has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 19°F in December to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.5") and January the driest (0.4").