Shoshone County Climate
Shoshone County, Idaho
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
44.1°F
Annual Precip
38.2"
Annual Snowfall
64.0"
Extreme Heat Days
11
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
1,538
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Shoshone County
Climate Verdict
Shoshone County has a cool, averaging 44.1°F annually, moderate rainfall of 38.2 inches per year, rare extreme heat with only 10.8 days above 90°F annually, heavy winter snowfall averaging 64.0 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 27.6°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 64.9°F. The 37°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change. December is typically the coldest month and July the warmest.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Shoshone County closely matches the Idaho statewide average temperature of 46.5°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 21.2 inches more precipitation than the state average, the county experiences 19.394984182484187 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Shoshone County Weather
Cool, Wet Northern Mountains
Shoshone is a cool, wet exception with a 44.1°F average temperature and a massive 38.2 inches of precipitation. This is more than triple the precipitation of Idaho's drier southern counties.
One of Idaho's Wettest Counties
It is one of the wettest and coolest counties in Idaho, contrasting sharply with the 46.5°F state average. Shoshone's mountains capture significant Pacific moisture that the rest of the state misses.
The Region's Precipitation Leader
It is much wetter than neighbors like Kootenai, receiving over 20 inches more precipitation than the state average. The county's 64 inches of snow far exceeds the regional norm.
Cool Summers and Heavy Snow
Summers are refreshingly cool with a 62°F average and only 11 days of extreme heat. Winters are dominated by heavy snow and a December-February average of 27.9°F.
Gear Up for Rain and Snow
Invest in heavy-duty snow tires to manage the 64-inch annual snowfall. Waterproof gear is a must for the 38.2 inches of rain and heavy seasonal snowmelt.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.