Pondera County Climate
Pondera County, Montana
Avg Annual Temp
43.9°F
Annual Precip
12.6"
Annual Snowfall
46.8"
Extreme Heat Days
10.55
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Pondera County Weather
Classic High Latitude Living
Pondera’s 43.9°F average temperature is roughly 10.5 degrees lower than the US median. This represents a classic northern semi-arid climate.
Benchmark for Montana Temperatures
The county tracks very closely with the Montana average of 43.7°F. It represents the middle-ground for the state's thermal profile.
Dry Air and Moderate Snow
It is notably dry, receiving only 12.6 inches of precipitation compared to the 15.4-inch state average. However, it still catches 46.8 inches of snow, outpacing many eastern plains counties.
Mild Summers with Few Extremes
Summers are cool and comfortable, seeing only 11 days of heat over 90°F. Winters average 24.3°F, supported by a significant 46.8-inch annual snowpack.
Managing Snow and Wind
Outdoor recreation thrives in the mild 64.0°F summers, requiring little more than a light jacket. Winter residents should focus on wind protection and snow management for the 46.8 inches of annual fall.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.