Grant County Climate

Grant County, North Dakota

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec42.8°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

42.8°F

Annual Precip

17.4"

Annual Snowfall

48.1"

Extreme Heat Days

18.366666666666667

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
0.4"
0.5"
0.8"
1.5"
2.6"
3.2"
2.7"
1.9"
1.5"
1.5"
0.6"
0.4"
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Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring30°54°4.8"Summer64°70°7.7"Fall30°59°3.6"Winter15°19°1.3"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 7% of US counties
Wetter than 10% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 88% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Grant County Weather

A Warmer Pocket in the High Plains

Grant County averages 42.8°F annually, which is roughly 12 degrees cooler than the national median. Despite the gap with the national average, it maintains a milder profile than much of the northern Midwest.

Outpacing the North Dakota Average

The county’s 42.8°F average temperature puts it well above the state mark of 41.0°F. This positioning makes it one of the warmer regions in North Dakota.

Warmer and Drier than the East

Grant is notably warmer than Griggs County’s 39.3°F average. It is also significantly drier, receiving only 17.4 inches of precipitation compared to the 22.3 inches found in Grand Forks.

Hot Summers and Moderate Snowfall

Grant County sees 18 extreme heat days per year where temperatures top 90°F. While winters are cold at 17.3°F on average, the county still receives a substantial 48.1 inches of snow annually.

Balance Cooling and Winter Readiness

With nearly three weeks of 90-degree weather, functional air conditioning is more critical here than in northern counties. However, winter gear remains a priority for the 14.6°F January nights.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Grant County?
The average annual temperature in Grant County, ND is 42.8°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Grant County get?
Grant County receives an average of 17.4 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 Grant County?
Yes, Grant County receives an average of 48.1 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Grant County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Grant County is 67.5°F. The county experiences an average of 18.366666666666667 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Grant County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Grant County is 17.3°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 14.6°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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