Nuckolls County Climate

Nuckolls County, Nebraska

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec51.3°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

51.3°F

Annual Precip

27.8"

Annual Snowfall

22.1"

Extreme Heat Days

49.9

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
0.7"
0.8"
1.5"
2.4"
4.6"
3.8"
4.2"
3.3"
2.3"
2.0"
1.2"
0.9"
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Mar
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May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring40°62°8.5"Summer72°77°11.3"Fall39°66°5.6"Winter25°29°2.4"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 37% of US counties
Wetter than 24% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 79% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Nuckolls County Weather

Southern Nebraska's Sun and Heat

With an annual average of 51.3°F, Nuckolls County is slightly warmer than the national median for its latitude. This southern Nebraska county experiences long, hot summers and relatively light snowfall.

Beating the State Average

Nuckolls ranks above the Nebraska state average of 49.7°F for temperature. It receives 27.8 inches of precipitation, placing it on the wetter side of the state average.

High Heat and Less Snow

Nuckolls faces 50 extreme heat days per year, which is significantly more than its northern neighbors. However, it sees much less snow, with only 22.1 inches compared to the 30-inch averages found elsewhere.

Persistent Summer Heat Waves

The summer average of 74.4°F includes a July peak of 76.7°F and persistent extreme heat. Winters are drier than the state average, with only 22.1 inches of snowfall and a 27.5°F winter average.

Budget for Summer Cooling

Budgeting for high cooling costs is essential given the 50 days of extreme heat each year. Residents can worry less about heavy snow removal compared to northern Nebraska, as annual totals are quite low.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Nuckolls County?
The average annual temperature in Nuckolls County, NE is 51.3°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Nuckolls County get?
Nuckolls County receives an average of 27.8 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 Nuckolls County?
Yes, Nuckolls County receives an average of 22.1 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Nuckolls County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Nuckolls County is 74.4°F. The county experiences an average of 49.9 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Nuckolls County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Nuckolls County is 27.5°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 25.2°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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