Morton County Climate

Morton County, North Dakota

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec42.4°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

42.4°F

Annual Precip

18.4"

Annual Snowfall

42.5"

Extreme Heat Days

18.633333333333336

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
0.4"
0.5"
0.8"
1.4"
2.6"
3.3"
3.0"
2.1"
1.7"
1.4"
0.6"
0.5"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring29°54°4.7"Summer64°70°8.4"Fall29°59°3.8"Winter13°18°1.5"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 6% of US counties
Wetter than 12% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 90% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Morton County Weather

Strong Continental Seasonality

Morton County has an average annual temperature of 42.4°F, which is quite chilly compared to the national average. This reflects its location in the heart of the northern plains.

Warmer than the State Norm

The county's average temperature of 42.4°F is nearly 1.5 degrees warmer than the 41.0°F state average. It also sees slightly less precipitation than the state average of 19.5 inches.

Drier than Southern Neighbors

Morton receives 18.4 inches of precipitation, making it drier than McIntosh's 20.7 inches. However, its 19 extreme heat days make it hotter than many eastern peers.

Hot July and Cold January

Summer averages 67.6°F, including a July average of 70.2°F with 19 extreme heat days. Winters are difficult, with 42.5 inches of snow and a 16.0°F average.

Weatherproofing for High Extremes

Plan for high heating costs when January averages hit 13.0°F. Ensure that HVAC systems are serviced before the 19 days of 90°F summer heat arrive.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Morton County?
The average annual temperature in Morton County, ND is 42.4°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Morton County get?
Morton County receives an average of 18.4 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 Morton County?
Yes, Morton County receives an average of 42.5 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Morton County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Morton County is 67.6°F. The county experiences an average of 18.633333333333336 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Morton County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Morton County is 16.0°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 13.0°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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