Walking Weather in Billings, Montana
In Billings, the morning is usually your friend — head out before the heat builds and the day is yours. The easiest months are May, June, September, and October. Through January and December, aim for the warmest part of the day and keep it shorter.
When to walk, by season
Winter
Winter highs sit near 34°F with lows around 14°F — watch for ice and bundle up. Shorter daylight means walking a little earlier in the afternoon.
Spring
Spring runs 33–57°F at about 48% humidity — usually Billings's easiest walking. Watch for spring rain and pollen.
Summer
Summer highs near 87°F and 32% humidity make midday hard work — head out early or after sunset, and check the pavement before dog walks.
Fall
Fall eases to 33–58°F at about 45% humidity — often the best stretch of the year for an unhurried walk.
The months people ask about
The easy months to plan around, and the ones worth timing carefully in Billings.
Walking the dog in Billings
- •Rattlesnakes are present on rimrock trails from May through September
- •Low humidity keeps pavement temperatures moderate in summer
- •Norm Schoenthal Island is a popular dog walking area along the Yellowstone River
In a Billings summer the ground can get hot enough to burn paws. Walk Window's Dog Walker mode watches the ground as well as the air and tells you when to wait. Check today's pavement risk →
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to walk in Billings?
The most comfortable months to walk in Billings are May, June, September, October. Most days, the morning before the afternoon heat is your easiest window.
Is it too hot to walk in Billings in summer?
Summer middays in Billings can be hard going. The early morning and the cooler evening still work — that's the window to take.
When is the most comfortable season to walk in Billings?
Billings has a semi-arid with cold winters and warm summers. The easiest walking lands in May and June, when the temperature and humidity are at their kindest.
