Walking Weather in Missoula, Montana
In Missoula, 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 December and January, aim for the warmest part of the day and keep it shorter.
When to walk, by season
Winter
Winter highs sit near 33°F with lows around 16°F — watch for ice and bundle up. Shorter daylight means walking a little earlier in the afternoon.
Spring
Spring runs 32–57°F at about 48% humidity — usually Missoula's easiest walking. Watch for spring rain and pollen.
Summer
Summer highs near 85°F and 30% humidity make midday hard work — head out early or after sunset, and check the pavement before dog walks.
Fall
Fall eases to 30–56°F at about 50% 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 Missoula.
Walking the dog in Missoula
- •Bear awareness is essential on trails outside town — carry bear spray
- •Pavement temperature is generally not a concern due to elevation and latitude
- •The Rattlesnake Wilderness trailhead is minutes from downtown
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to walk in Missoula?
The most comfortable months to walk in Missoula are May, June, September, October. Most days, the morning before the afternoon heat is your easiest window.
Is it too hot to walk in Missoula in summer?
Summer middays in Missoula 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 Missoula?
Missoula has a semi-arid continental with cold winters and warm, dry summers. The easiest walking lands in May and June, when the temperature and humidity are at their kindest.
