Ramsey County Climate
Ramsey County, North Dakota
Avg Annual Temp
38.8°F
Annual Precip
20.9"
Annual Snowfall
38.0"
Extreme Heat Days
4.85
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Ramsey County Weather
Extreme Continental Weather Patterns
Ramsey County's annual average temperature of 38.8°F is well below the national median. This reflects a continental climate with vast differences between summer highs and winter lows.
Colder and Wetter Than Average
At 38.8°F, the county sits more than two degrees below the state average of 41.0°F. However, its 20.9 inches of annual precipitation makes it slightly wetter than the 19.5-inch state norm.
Consistent Regional Cold
Ramsey shares a 38.8°F average with Pierce County, but receives about five inches less snow annually. It remains significantly colder than southern counties like Richland.
Harsh Winters, Short Summers
January is the coldest month at 5.3°F, while July provides a warm 68.0°F average. The county sees 38.0 inches of snowfall and only 5 days of extreme heat per year.
Prepare for Long Freezes
High-performance heating systems are critical for surviving the 8.7°F winter average. Outdoor planning should account for the brief summer window and the nearly 40 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.