Kimball County Climate
Kimball County, Nebraska
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
45.4°F
Annual Precip
16.3"
Annual Snowfall
40.7"
Extreme Heat Days
30
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
5a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,044
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Kimball County
Climate Verdict
Kimball County has a cool, averaging 45.4°F annually, semi-arid conditions with only 16.3 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 29.85 per year above 90°F, moderate snowfall of 40.7 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 25.8°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 69.3°F. The 44°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
Kimball County is 4.3°F cooler than the Nebraska statewide average of 49.7°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 9.6 inches less precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Kimball County Weather
High altitude and cool temps
Kimball County is quite cool compared to the national median, with an annual average of 45.4°F. This semi-arid region is defined by its high elevation and dry air.
Nebraska's cold and dry corner
Kimball is much cooler and drier than the state averages of 49.7°F and 25.9 inches. It averages only 16.3 inches of precipitation annually.
Snowier than its neighbors
Kimball receives 40.7 inches of snow, more than double the 20.0 inches seen in Keith County. It is also significantly drier than Lincoln County's 21.2 inches of rain.
Vast snowfall and mild summers
Winter is dominated by 40.7 inches of snow, while summer is relatively mild with a July average of 69.3°F. It sees only 30 days of extreme heat per year.
Snow gear is essential
A heavy-duty snowblower is a necessity for the 40.7 inches of annual snowfall. The dry 16.3-inch rain rate makes moisture-retaining soil additives vital for gardens.
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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.