McHenry County Climate
McHenry County, North Dakota
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
40.1°F
Annual Precip
18.4"
Annual Snowfall
43.3"
Extreme Heat Days
12
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
4a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,052
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: McHenry County
Climate Verdict
McHenry County has a cool, averaging 40.1°F annually, semi-arid conditions with only 18.4 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 11.540000000000001 days above 90°F annually, moderate snowfall of 43.3 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are severe, with January averaging a frigid 8.2°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 68.9°F. Residents experience a substantial 61°F difference between winter and summer.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
McHenry County closely matches the North Dakota statewide average temperature of 40.9°F.
Climate Profile
About McHenry County Weather
Northern Latitude Weather in McHenry
McHenry County averages 40.1°F annually, placing it firmly in the cold continental climate zone. This average is nearly 15 degrees below the national median temperature.
Cooler than the North Dakota Average
The county’s 40.1°F annual temperature is nearly one degree lower than the state average of 41.0°F. Precipitation is also lower than average, with only 18.4 inches falling annually.
Drier than the Eastern Counties
McHenry is noticeably drier than Grand Forks, receiving about 4 inches less precipitation per year. It is warmer than Griggs County (39.3°F) but cooler than Logan (41.7°F).
Sharp Winters and Balanced Summers
The county experiences 43.3 inches of snow and a winter average of 11.5°F. July is warm at 68.9°F, and the area sees about 12 days of extreme heat reaching above 90°F.
Prepare for Long Winter Months
Winter readiness is paramount given the 8.2°F January average and 43.3 inches of snow. While summers have 12 heat days, the primary climate challenge for residents is the sustained winter cold.
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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.