Pierce County Climate
Pierce County, Nebraska
Avg Annual Temp
48.1°F
Annual Precip
27.9"
Annual Snowfall
30.0"
Extreme Heat Days
28.6
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Pierce County Weather
A Brisk Northern Nebraska Climate
Pierce County is notably cooler than the national median, with an average annual temperature of only 48.1°F. Its northern location brings a more pronounced winter season.
Colder and Snowier than Average
Pierce ranks below the state average of 49.7°F and receives 30.0 inches of snow, well above many other Nebraska counties. Its 27.9 inches of annual precipitation also exceeds the state norm.
Harsher Winters than Platte County
Compared to Platte County, Pierce is nearly 2.5 degrees colder on average and receives 4.4 inches more snow. It also has fewer extreme heat days, totaling only 29 per year.
Deep Freezes and Mild Summers
January is cold at 20.3°F, contributing to a winter average of 22.7°F. Summers are relatively mild for the state, with a July average of 74.6°F and fewer than 30 days of extreme heat.
Winter Preparedness is Top Priority
A heavy-duty snow blower is a necessity for the 30-inch annual snowfall. Residents should also prioritize home insulation to manage the sub-freezing January temperatures.
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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.