Climate Comfort Score
47/100
Moderate
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Norris Madison Pwr House, MT Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
Norris Madison Pwr House, Montana has an average annual temperature of 49°F and a climate comfort score of 47/100 (Moderate). Annual precipitation totals 18.4", including 51.8" of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year normals (1991–2020).
Avg Temperature
49°F (10°C)
Avg High
60°F
Avg Low
39°F
Annual Precip
18.4"
Annual Snow
51.8"
Comfort Score
47/100
Moderate
Avg Annual Temperature
49°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
18.4"
Plus 51.8" of snow
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Norris Madison Pwr House) 47.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Moderate for the Norris Madison Pwr House area.
Warming context for Norris Madison Pwr House
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Norris Madison Pwr House captures average conditions across the spread shown — the most recent decade is warmer than the 30-year mean.
- United States land mean (NOAA NCEI) +0.11 °C/decade
- Global anomaly (NASA GISTEMP) +0.11 °C/decade
- Paris Agreement thresholds 1.5°C / 2.0°C
Monthly Temperatures
Average daily high and low temperatures by month
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean | Precip | Snow | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 24°F (-5°C) | 31°F (0°C) | 0.5" | 7.1" | 25.3 | 0.0 |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 25°F (-4°C) | 33°F (1°C) | 0.7" | 12.9" | 22.0 | 0.0 |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 30°F (-1°C) | 40°F (4°C) | 1.2" | 7.1" | 18.3 | 0.0 |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 36°F (2°C) | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3" | 5.3" | 10.6 | 0.0 |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 43°F (6°C) | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0" | 1.6" | 1.8 | 0.1 |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 50°F (10°C) | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 1.2 |
| July | 85°F (30°C) | 57°F (14°C) | 71°F (22°C) | 1.3" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 9.6 |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 56°F (13°C) | 71°F (21°C) | 1.4" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 8.5 |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 49°F (9°C) | 62°F (17°C) | 1.4" | 0.0" | 0.5 | 1.2 |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 39°F (4°C) | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7" | 2.7" | 6.5 | 0.0 |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 30°F (-1°C) | 38°F (4°C) | 0.8" | 5.4" | 17.1 | 0.0 |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 24°F (-5°C) | 31°F (-1°C) | 0.8" | 9.7" | 25.1 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall and snowfall
January 0.5"
Snow: 7.1"
4.9 days with precipitation
February 0.7"
Snow: 12.9"
5.9 days with precipitation
March 1.2"
Snow: 7.1"
6.9 days with precipitation
April 2.3"
Snow: 5.3"
10.2 days with precipitation
May 3.0"
Snow: 1.6"
11.6 days with precipitation
June 3.2"
11.4 days with precipitation
July 1.3"
7.0 days with precipitation
August 1.4"
6.9 days with precipitation
September 1.4"
5.9 days with precipitation
October 1.7"
Snow: 2.7"
7.7 days with precipitation
November 0.8"
Snow: 5.4"
5.8 days with precipitation
December 0.8"
Snow: 9.7"
6.1 days with precipitation
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
October 10
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
April 30
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
6,262
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
523
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
July
Coldest Month
December
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Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Norris Madison Pwr House, MT
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Norris Madison Pwr House, Montana as a location with an annual average temperature of 49°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 60°F to a mean daily low of 39°F. July is typically the warmest month of the year, while December is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USC00246157, smooth out year-to-year variability and give a baseline expectation for typical conditions in any given month.
Precipitation patterns matter as much as temperature for anyone planning to live, garden, or travel here. Norris Madison Pwr House receives roughly 18.4 inches of precipitation each year, with 51.8 inches typically falling as snow. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near April 30 and the first fall freeze near October 10. For energy use, 6,262 heating degree days and 523 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Norris Madison Pwr House scores 47/100 (Moderate), a blended measure that weighs temperature mildness, precipitation moderation, and extreme-weather frequency against one another. Use the monthly tables above to plan around specific windows — shoulder seasons for mild highs and lows, peak summer for July-driven heat, or deep winter for December-driven cold. All figures here are thirty-year averages: any single year may run warmer, wetter, drier, or cooler than the normal, so treat them as planning guidance rather than forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Norris Madison Pwr House, MT? ▼
The average annual temperature in Norris Madison Pwr House, Montana is 49°F. The warmest month averages 85°F (30°C) and the coldest averages 24°F (-5°C).
How much rain does Norris Madison Pwr House get? ▼
Norris Madison Pwr House receives 18.4 inches of precipitation annually, including 51.8 inches of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Norris Madison Pwr House? ▼
Norris Madison Pwr House has a climate comfort score of 47/100 (Moderate). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Norris Madison Pwr House? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Norris Madison Pwr House.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Norris Madison Pwr House? ▼
Norris Madison Pwr House has 6,262 heating degree days and 523 cooling degree days annually. Higher heating degree days indicate greater winter energy demand, while higher cooling degree days indicate greater summer cooling needs.
Where does this Norris Madison Pwr House climate data come from? ▼
All climate data comes from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1, covering the 30-year period from 1991 to 2020. Data is collected from weather station USC00246157. These 30-year averages are the standard reference for typical weather conditions.
Data Sources
Data source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1 (1991-2020). Station: USC00246157. For informational purposes only.
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