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Seeley Lake is a wonderful small town placed in the valley between the Bob Marshall and Mission Mountain Wildernesses. The valley floor is home to many native species; whitetail and mule deer, elk, moose, Black and Grizzly bears, coyote, fox, wolf, skunk, porcupines and more. Fishing for trout, pike, bass, kokanee and sunfish is plentiful.
Region Characteristics
Urban / City
Rural
Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community
College Town
Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town
Coastal community
Area Amenities
Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
Access To Green Space
Fairs & Festivals
Outdoor Concerts
Bike Paths
Fishing
Running Paths
Beach
Golf Course
Shopping
Boating
Hiking
Skiing
Bowling
Hunting
Sporting Events
Casino
Indoor Swim Facilities
Tennis
Continuing Education
Lake
State Park
Dining/Nightlife
Movie Cinemas
Walking Paths
Exercise Facilities
National Park
We are an outside recreation area with hunting, fishing, camping, boating, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hiking, biking, running, horse back riding, swimming, golfing and on and on.
Cultural Activities
Arts
Lectures
Museums
Ballet
Library
Symphony
Concerts
Live music series
Theater
Films
www.AlpineArtisans.org
Public transportation
Bus
Rental cars
Train
Nearby major airport
Subway
VA transportation
Nearby cruise terminal
Taxi
Two major airports, one 50 miles and one 100 miles brings visitors to the area.
Medical Facilities
Major Hospital
Wellness center
VA Hospital
An out reach clinic of the county health system.
What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Glacier Country, Montana?
For those of you that retire in Glacier Country, you will have colder temperatures than other areas of the USA.
Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the low 20's and highs in the low 30's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 10's. You may have a few days below 0°. Expect a lot of rainy days in the winter, great for a day of shopping in Glacier Country! Assume many snowy days in the Winter with a lot of days with snow remaining on the ground so you can enjoy some winter skiing!
If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Glacier Country such as a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cold with averages in the low 40's and highs in the mid 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 20's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring, great for a day of shopping in Glacier Country! Assume a few days of snow with a lot of days with snow remaining on the ground, perfect for some spring skiing!
Summertime in Glacier Country is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are cool with averages in the low 60's and highs in the upper 70's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect a few days above 90°. Expect some rainy days in the summer.
If you retire in Glacier Country, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cold with averages in the low 40's and highs in the mid 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 20's. Expect some rainy days in the fall. Assume a few days of snow with a few days of snow remaining on the ground.
Monthly Temperature Ranges
Month
Low
Avg
High
Jan
12
F°
22
F°
31
F°
Feb
13
F°
25
F°
37
F°
Mar
21
F°
33
F°
45
F°
Apr
27
F°
41
F°
54
F°
May
34
F°
49
F°
64
F°
Jun
41
F°
56
F°
72
F°
Jul
45
F°
63
F°
82
F°
Aug
43
F°
62
F°
81
F°
Sep
36
F°
53
F°
71
F°
Oct
29
F°
42
F°
56
F°
Nov
21
F°
30
F°
39
F°
Dec
12
F°
20
F°
29
F°
Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days
Month
Days Greater Than 90 F°
Days Less Than 32 F°
Days Less Than 0 F°
Jan
0
30
6
Feb
0
27
4
Mar
0
29
1
Apr
0
24
0
May
0
12
0
Jun
1
2
0
Jul
5
1
0
Aug
5
2
0
Sep
1
9
0
Oct
0
20
0
Nov
0
27
2
Dec
0
30
5
Rain & Humidity
Month
Rainfall
Rainy Days
Humidity
Jan
2
"
14
16
%
Feb
2
"
11
17
%
Mar
1
"
11
22
%
Apr
1
"
10
27
%
May
2
"
11
34
%
Jun
2
"
12
41
%
Jul
1
"
7
43
%
Aug
1
"
7
42
%
Sep
1
"
8
36
%
Oct
2
"
10
29
%
Nov
2
"
13
23
%
Dec
2
"
14
16
%
Snow
Month
Snowfall
Snow On Ground Days
Snowy Days
Jan
26
"
31
12
Feb
17
"
27
8
Mar
13
"
24
7
Apr
4
"
9
3
May
1
"
0
1
Jun
0
"
0
0
Jul
0
"
0
0
Aug
0
"
0
0
Sep
0
"
0
0
Oct
2
"
1
1
Nov
16
"
14
8
Dec
25
"
29
12
Natural Disaster Areas
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Wildfires
Floods
Tornadoes
Volcanoes
Cost of Living for
Glacier Country, MT
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Senior Assistance in
Glacier Country, MT
Glacier Country, Montana offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder-care facilities
Meals on Wheels
Van services for seniors
Home care
Senior center
Visiting nurses
What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Glacier Country Offer For Retirees?
Many of our businesses especially are looking for seniors wanting part time or seasonal work.
As a small unincorporated community everything is run by a volunteer committee. Schools, environmental groups, historical society, churches, arts, government, chamber. There is a place for everyone.
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