Greeley County Climate

Greeley County, Nebraska

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec48.1°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

48.1°F

Annual Precip

26.2"

Annual Snowfall

25.8"

Extreme Heat Days

27.3

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
0.5"
0.6"
1.4"
2.7"
4.3"
4.1"
3.3"
3.0"
2.4"
2.1"
1.0"
0.7"
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Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring37°58°8.4"Summer69°74°10.4"Fall36°63°5.5"Winter22°26°1.8"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 24% of US counties
Wetter than 22% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 79% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Greeley County Weather

Northern Continental Temperature Profile

Greeley County maintains an annual average temperature of 48.1°F. Like many northern plains counties, this falls below the national median for the United States.

Cooler Central Nebraska Climate

The county is cooler than the Nebraska average of 49.7°F. Its position in the central part of the state brings a more temperate summer than the southern border.

Regional Moisture Consistency

Its 26.2 inches of precipitation matches Garfield County exactly. Both counties experience a similar number of extreme heat days, around 27 per year.

Cold Winters and Fair Summers

Winters are cold with a 24.6°F average and 25.8 inches of snow. July provides relief with a 73.8°F average, though extreme heat still appears on 27 days.

Winterize Pipes and Equipment

Homeowners should ensure pipes are well-insulated against the 22.3°F January lows. Snowblowers are a valuable investment for the 25.8 inches of annual snowfall.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Greeley County?
The average annual temperature in Greeley County, NE is 48.1°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Greeley County get?
Greeley County receives an average of 26.2 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
Does it snow in Greeley County?
Yes, Greeley County receives an average of 25.8 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Greeley County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Greeley County is 71.3°F. The county experiences an average of 27.3 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Greeley County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Greeley County is 24.6°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 22.3°F.

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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.

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