Douglas County Climate
Douglas County, Nebraska
Avg Annual Temp
51.9°F
Annual Precip
32.9"
Annual Snowfall
31.1"
Extreme Heat Days
24.4
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Douglas County Weather
Warm and Moist Continental Climate
Douglas County averages 51.9°F annually, placing it near the national median for temperature. The county is notably wet, receiving 32.9 inches of precipitation per year, which exceeds many midwestern averages.
One of Nebraska's Warmest Spots
At 51.9°F, Douglas is significantly warmer than the state average of 49.7°F. It is also one of the state's wettest counties, receiving 7 inches more precipitation than the Nebraska average.
Higher Precipitation than Western Peers
Douglas County receives nearly double the rainfall of Nebraska's westernmost counties. This creates a lush environment compared to the semiarid regions found elsewhere in the state.
Hot July and Moderate Snowfall
July peaks at an average of 77.1°F, though the county only sees 24 days above 90°F. Winter remains cold with a 24.0°F January average and 31.1 inches of annual snowfall.
Manage Moisture and Winter Cold
With 32.9 inches of annual rain, maintaining clear gutters and proper drainage is vital for homeowners. While heat days are moderate at 24 per year, the 27.0°F winter average necessitates reliable indoor heating.
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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.