Pierce County Climate
Pierce County, North Dakota
Avg Annual Temp
38.8°F
Annual Precip
21.0"
Annual Snowfall
43.4"
Extreme Heat Days
7.1
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Pierce County Weather
Rugged Northern Plains Weather
Pierce County maintains an annual average temperature of 38.8°F, which is far colder than the U.S. national median. The region is characterized by extreme temperature swings between the seasons.
Trailing the State Average
The county's 38.8°F average is lower than the statewide North Dakota average of 41.0°F. It experiences a drier climate than the national average, though its 21.0 inches of precipitation exceeds the state's 19.5-inch mark.
High Snowfall in the Region
With 43.4 inches of snow annually, Pierce is significantly snowier than neighboring Ramsey County. Its 38.8°F average temperature is identical to Ramsey's, suggesting a consistent regional climate profile.
A Snowy, Sub-Zero Winter
Winter is intense with a December-February average of 9.5°F and January lows of 6.0°F. Summers are pleasant at 65.6°F, though the county still sees about 7 days of heat exceeding 90°F.
Gear Up for Deep Snow
The 43.4 inches of annual snowfall requires reliable snow blowers and winterized vehicles. Homeowners should focus on attic insulation to maintain warmth during the 6.0°F January stretches.
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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.