Burleigh County Climate
Burleigh County, North Dakota
Avg Annual Temp
43.0°F
Annual Precip
19.7"
Annual Snowfall
50.5"
Extreme Heat Days
16.900000000000002
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Burleigh County Weather
Capital Climate Stays Below Median
Burleigh County averages 43.0°F annually, which is roughly 10 degrees colder than the national median temperature. It features a classic humid continental climate with four distinct seasons.
Warmer Than the State Average
The county is significantly warmer than the North Dakota state average of 41.0°F. This relative warmth makes it one of the most temperate regions in the state.
Typical Precipitation for the Region
The annual precipitation of 19.7 inches almost perfectly matches the state average of 19.5 inches. This provides a balanced moisture profile compared to its drier western neighbors.
Snowy Winters and Warm Summers
Burleigh County gets a heavy 50.5 inches of snow annually, the most among these eight counties. This is balanced by a July average of 70.9°F and 17 days of extreme heat.
Maximize Snow Management Capacity
The 50.5 inches of annual snow requires professional-grade removal tools and robust roof construction. Cooling is also necessary for the 70.9°F summer average and the 17 days of intense 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.