Colfax County Climate
Colfax County, Nebraska
Avg Annual Temp
49.5°F
Annual Precip
28.6"
Annual Snowfall
29.6"
Extreme Heat Days
23.85
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Colfax County Weather
Standard Midwestern Continental Climate
Colfax County averages 49.5°F annually, aligning closely with the typical climate profile of the American Midwest. The area receives 28.6 inches of precipitation, which is higher than the national median for interior states.
Mirroring the Nebraska State Average
The county's 49.5°F average is almost identical to the Nebraska state average of 49.7°F. However, its 28.6 inches of precipitation makes it wetter than the state average of 25.9 inches.
Eastern Nebraska Moisture Levels
With 29.6 inches of annual snowfall, Colfax sees more winter accumulation than counties in the southern tier. It shares a similar precipitation profile with other eastern Nebraska counties that benefit from Missouri Valley moisture.
Frigid Winters and Sunny Summers
Winters are notably cold with a January average of 22.1°F and 29.6 inches of total snow. Summers are warm and pleasant, though residents still face 24 days above 90°F each year.
Winterize Your Home Early
Cold winters averaging 24.8°F require excellent home insulation and reliable heating systems. Outdoor planning should account for the 24 extreme heat days during the July peak.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.