Golden Valley County Climate
Golden Valley County, North Dakota
Avg Annual Temp
43.7°F
Annual Precip
16.1"
Annual Snowfall
35.1"
Extreme Heat Days
23.35
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Golden Valley County Weather
Warmest Temps in the State
Golden Valley averages 43.7°F, which is warm for North Dakota but still 11 degrees below the national median. The climate is semi-arid and prone to temperature extremes.
Warm and Dry Western Plains
This is one of the state's warmest regions, exceeding the 41.0°F state average by nearly three degrees. It is also quite dry, receiving only 16.1 inches of annual precipitation.
Intense Summer Heat Regionally
The county sees 23 days of extreme heat, which is more than its neighbor Dunn. It is also significantly drier than eastern counties, receiving 7 fewer inches of rain than Cass.
Hot Summers and Milder Winters
Summers are hot with 23 days over 90°F and a July average of 70.3°F. Winters are relatively mild for the state, with a January average of 16.7°F.
Cooling and Water Conservation
Prioritize cooling systems and water conservation for the 23 extreme heat days and dry 16.1-inch rainfall. Winter gear is still necessary for the 35.1 inches of annual snow.
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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.