Platte County Climate

Platte County, Nebraska

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec50.5°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

50.5°F

Annual Precip

28.7"

Annual Snowfall

25.6"

Extreme Heat Days

31.6

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
0.7"
0.7"
1.4"
2.9"
4.6"
4.7"
3.5"
3.3"
2.5"
2.4"
1.2"
0.9"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring39°62°8.9"Summer72°76°11.4"Fall38°66°6.0"Winter23°27°2.3"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 32% of US counties
Wetter than 25% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 84% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Platte County Weather

Consistent Four-Season Interior Climate

Platte County averages 50.5°F annually, which is slightly cooler than the national median. This region is known for wide temperature swings between January and July.

Slightly Warmer than the State Average

At 50.5°F, Platte is nearly a degree warmer than the Nebraska average of 49.7°F. It also receives 2.8 inches more precipitation than the state norm of 25.9 inches.

Milder Winters than Pierce County

Platte's annual temperature is over two degrees higher than Pierce County to the north. It also sees about 4.4 inches less snow annually, though rainfall remains similar.

Snowy Winters and Toasty Summers

July averages 76.4°F with 32 days of extreme heat above 90°F. Winter brings 25.6 inches of snow and a January average of 23.1°F.

Balanced Seasonal Home Maintenance

With 25.6 inches of snow and 32 heat days, residents need both reliable shovels and efficient cooling. Roof inspections are wise given the 28.7 inches of annual precipitation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Platte County?
The average annual temperature in Platte County, NE is 50.5°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Platte County get?
Platte County receives an average of 28.7 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 Platte County?
Yes, Platte County receives an average of 25.6 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Platte County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Platte County is 74.2°F. The county experiences an average of 31.6 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Platte County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Platte County is 25.6°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 23.1°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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