What is the weather usually like on race day for the 2026 Mission Mountain Area Pedal to Plate?

Based on the last 10 years of weather data for St Ignatius, MT, September race mornings typically start near 49°F and warm to around 69°F. On this calendar date it has rained in 4 of the last 10 years.

2026 Mission Mountain Area Pedal to Plate

St Ignatius, MT

Sat, Sep 19, 2026

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When

Saturday, September 19th, 2026

Where

35663 Dublin Gulch Rd, St Ignatius MT

Distance

Ultra

Typical weather

49–69°F · low rain risk

See last 10 years

On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years

2025

52–81°F

dry

2024

51–70°F

dry

2023

46–67°F

dry

2022

51–71°F

dry

2021

46–54°F

rain

2020

54–68°F

rain

2019

47–61°F

rain

2018

44–65°F

dry

2017

42–53°F

rain

2016

49–65°F

dry

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About this race

Mission Mountain Area

Pedal to Plate

Bike the MMAPP / MMAPP Your Farm

Mission Mountain Area Pedal to Plate is a volunteer-powered agritourism ride celebrating local farms, food, and community. This is not a race—it is a scenic, thoughtfully paced ride designed for connection and stewardship.

Quick Snapshot

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Location: St. Ignatius and Charlo, Montana
Distance: 40 Miles
Terrain: Paved & Gravel
Capacity: 175 Cyclists

Scenic Miles

Rural roads, farm stops, and Mission Mountain views.

The Experience

Travel: Scenic travel through the heart of Mission Valley
Food: Historic sites and curated farm stops, each with locally sourced food
Entertainment: Full course dinner, live music, Farmer's Market, Ronan Cooperative Brewery beer
Focus: Community connection, stewardship, zero waste, and environmentally friendly practices

What it isn't

Not a race: Not a timed race or competitive event
No pressure: Not a high-pressure "finish-line" environment

Participating Farm Partners

Garden for Life - Confirmed Partner
Live Oak Belgians - Confirmed Partner
Eagles Acres - Confirmed Partner

Land Acknowledgment

MMAPP takes place in the Mission Valley on the Flathead Reservation. We are grateful to share this place and aim to honor the land and community through respectful partnership and stewardship.