Bigfork, Montana Weather
Bigfork, Montana — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery, soil and crop conditions for Bigfork, Flathead County.
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About Bigfork, Montana
Bigfork unfurls along the northern reaches of Flathead Lake, a place where the verdant embrace of Montana’s mountains spills down to meet the vast, shimmering expanse of freshwater. It lies 14.4 miles south-east of Kalispell, MT (from Kalispell, MT: bearing 129°T), and is situated 7.6 miles east-north-east of Lakeside. The air here carries the crisp, clean scent of pine and the subtle, cool breath of the lake, especially as the afternoon sun begins its slow descent, bathing the surrounding peaks in a warm, honeyed light. Rolling hills, cloaked in dense evergreen forests, cradle the town, their slopes offering a dramatic backdrop to the tranquil waters that define Bigfork’s character. The Swan River, a lively artery of emerald water, joins the lake here, its banks lined with cottonwoods that rustle like whispered secrets in the breeze, lending a dynamic counterpoint to the lake's serene stillness. Originally established as a logging and agricultural hub, Bigfork’s economy has gracefully evolved, now embracing a vibrant arts scene and a thriving tourism industry that draws visitors to its picturesque setting. The legacy of its founding is still palpable in the sturdy, unpretentious architecture that lines the main street, a testament to the hardy souls who first settled this wild territory. Today, the town is celebrated for its charming boutiques, galleries showcasing local artistry, and a performing arts center that brings a sophisticated cultural pulse to this mountain haven. The clear, cool waters of Flathead Lake are Bigfork’s lifeblood, offering endless opportunities for boating, fishing, and simply soaking in the unparalleled natural beauty that defines this remarkable corner of Montana.
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| Location | Bigfork, Flathead County, Montana |
| Coordinates | 48.063286°N, 114.072613°W |
| Timezone | Mountain Time (America/Denver) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 59911 |
| Area Code | 406 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Bigfork, Montana Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Bigfork, Montana, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modeled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Bigfork includes coordinates 48.063286°N, 114.072613°W, situated in Flathead County. ZIP code 59911. Telephone area code: 406. Timezone: Mountain Time (America/Denver).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov (NOAA), with a modeled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
