Bottineau County Climate
Bottineau County, North Dakota
Avg Annual Temp
38.4°F
Annual Precip
18.9"
Annual Snowfall
49.8"
Extreme Heat Days
7.425000000000001
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Bottineau County Weather
Among the Nation's Coldest Counties
Bottineau County's 38.4°F annual average is one of the lowest in the United States. Its proximity to the Canadian border ensures a climate that is vastly colder than the national median.
Colder Than the State Norm
Averaging 38.4°F, the county is nearly three degrees colder than the North Dakota state average of 41.0°F. It consistently ranks as one of the state's most northern and frigid locales.
Persistent Snow and Regional Cold
With 18.9 inches of precipitation, the county is just under the state average of 19.5 inches. However, its high snowfall of 49.8 inches makes it one of the snowiest regions in the state.
Bitter Januaries and Cool Summers
January is exceptionally cold with a 5.7°F average, while summer heat is rare with only 7 days reaching 90°F. The seasonal snowfall of nearly 50 inches persists throughout the long winter.
Invest in High-Performance Winter Gear
Residents must plan for a 9.0°F winter average and significant snow accumulation. Heavy insulation and backup heating sources are essential for the extreme 5.7°F January lows.
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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.