Dickey County Climate
Dickey County, North Dakota
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
42.6°F
Annual Precip
23.1"
Annual Snowfall
42.5"
Extreme Heat Days
12
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
4b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,381
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Dickey County
Climate Verdict
Dickey County has a cool, averaging 42.6°F annually, semi-arid conditions with only 23.1 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 12.366666666666667 days above 90°F annually, moderate snowfall of 42.5 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 11.1°F. summers are warm — July averages 71.0°F. Residents experience a substantial 60°F difference between winter and summer.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Dickey County closely matches the North Dakota statewide average temperature of 40.9°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for North Dakota.
Climate Profile
About Dickey County Weather
Sharp Contrasts on the Plains
Dickey County averages 42.6°F annually, trailing the national median by about 12 degrees. It maintains a continental climate characterized by hot summers and very cold winters.
A Milder Southern Border County
At 42.6°F, Dickey is one of the warmer counties in North Dakota, exceeding the state average of 41.0°F. It is also one of the wetter regions, averaging 23.1 inches of precipitation.
Warmer Than Central Neighbors
Dickey stays warmer than Foster County to its north, benefiting from its position along the South Dakota border. It averages 42.5 inches of snow, consistent with its regional neighbors.
Hot July Days and Snowy Winters
July averages a warm 71.0°F with 12 days of extreme heat reaching 90°F or more. Winter brings 42.5 inches of snow and a January average of 11.1°F.
Equip for Both Heat and Snow
Residents need versatile HVAC systems to manage the 12 annual heat days and the 14.3°F winter average. Clear gutters are important to handle the higher-than-average 23.1 inches of rain.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.