Knox County Climate
Knox County, Nebraska
Avg Annual Temp
49.1°F
Annual Precip
27.7"
Annual Snowfall
38.6"
Extreme Heat Days
29.866666666666664
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Knox County Weather
A classic continental cycle
Knox County's 49.1°F average temperature sits below the national median. It features the dramatic seasonal shifts typical of the upper Missouri River valley.
Slightly cooler than state average
The county's 49.1°F average is just below the Nebraska average of 49.7°F. However, its 27.7 inches of rain is slightly higher than the state's 25.9-inch norm.
Higher snowfall than southern peers
Knox receives 38.6 inches of snow, far more than Lancaster County's 28.0 inches. It is also wetter than Kearney County, which receives 25.7 inches of rain.
Harsh winters and hot Julys
January is cold with an average of 21.5°F and heavy snow totaling 38.6 inches. July rebounds to an average of 75.1°F with 30 extreme heat days.
Winterize for heavy snow
Homeowners should prioritize roof maintenance to handle the weight of 38.6 inches of snow. Efficient heating is critical to offset the 21.5°F January average.
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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.