Box Butte County Climate
Box Butte County, Nebraska
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
47.4°F
Annual Precip
16.4"
Annual Snowfall
45.4"
Extreme Heat Days
38
days >= 90°F/yr
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Growing Season & Gardening
5a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,544
Supports most vegetables & fruits
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Climate Advisory: Box Butte County
Climate Verdict
Box Butte County has a cool, averaging 47.4°F annually, semi-arid conditions with only 16.4 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 38.333333333333336 per year above 90°F, moderate snowfall of 45.4 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 25.5°F. summers are warm — July averages 72.8°F. The 47°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Box Butte County closely matches the Nebraska statewide average temperature of 49.7°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 9.4 inches less precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Box Butte County Weather
Cold, Arid High Plains
Box Butte is one of the coolest and driest counties, averaging 47.4°F with only 16.4 inches of precipitation. This is well below national medians for both temperature and moisture.
One of Nebraska's Coldest
At 47.4°F, Box Butte is over two degrees cooler than the state average. It is also nearly 10 inches drier than the typical Nebraska county.
Panhandle Snow and Sun
The county shares a heavy 45.4-inch snow profile with neighbor Banner County. It also experiences 38 extreme heat days, showing the dramatic swings of the western plains.
A Land of Snow Extremes
Winters are defined by 45.4 inches of snow and a 26.3°F average temperature. Summers are dry but hot, featuring 38 days that top 90°F.
Winter Resilience is Key
Heavy-duty snow removal is a must for the 45.4-inch annual accumulation. Given the very low 16.4 inches of precipitation, drought-tolerant plants are the only reliable choice for landscaping.
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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.