Morrill County Climate
Morrill County, Nebraska
Avg Annual Temp
48.5°F
Annual Precip
16.6"
Annual Snowfall
33.1"
Extreme Heat Days
52.9
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Morrill County Weather
Arid High Plains Climate
Morrill County’s 48.5°F annual average is slightly cooler than the national median. This high-plains region is characterized by a semi-arid climate with significant temperature swings.
Notably Dry Conditions
At 48.5°F, Morrill is cooler than the Nebraska average of 49.7°F but notably drier. It receives only 16.6 inches of precipitation annually, far below the state average of 25.9 inches.
High Heat vs Neighbors
Morrill is one of the driest counties in the region, receiving 10 inches less rain than its eastern counterparts. However, it faces 53 extreme heat days, which is much higher than most neighboring counties.
Intense Summers and Dry Snow
Summers are intense with 53 days over 90°F, while winters are dry and cold with 33.1 inches of snow. January averages a relatively mild 26.2°F compared to the state's more humid eastern counties.
Smart Xeriscaping for Dryness
Xeriscaping is a smart choice for homeowners due to the low 16.6 inches of annual rainfall. Residents also need robust air conditioning to handle nearly two months of extreme 90°F heat.
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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.