Richland County Climate
Richland County, North Dakota
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
42.5°F
Annual Precip
24.1"
Annual Snowfall
—
Extreme Heat Days
12
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
4a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,458
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Richland County
Climate Verdict
Richland County has a cool, averaging 42.5°F annually, semi-arid conditions with only 24.1 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 12.4 days above 90°F annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are severe, with January averaging a frigid 9.8°F. summers are warm — July averages 71.2°F. Residents experience a substantial 61°F difference between winter and summer.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Richland County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Richland County closely matches the North Dakota statewide average temperature of 40.9°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for North Dakota.
Climate Profile
About Richland County Weather
Mild for the Region
Richland County averages 42.5°F annually, which is warmer than much of North Dakota but still trails the national median. It serves as a transition point to the slightly warmer Midwest.
One of the State's Warmest
At 42.5°F, Richland exceeds the 41.0°F state average by a significant margin. It is also one of the wettest counties in the state, receiving 24.1 inches of precipitation annually.
Wetter than Southern Peers
Richland receives more precipitation than neighboring Sargent County's 23.2 inches. It also averages about one degree warmer than Sargent, making it a regional outlier.
Warm Summers and 12 Heat Days
July averages 71.2°F with 12 days exceeding 90°F, the highest in the immediate area. Winter remains cold with a 13.5°F average, though January stays just below double digits at 9.8°F.
Plan for Humidity and Heat
With 24.1 inches of precipitation, moisture management and sump pumps are important for homeowners. Air conditioning is a frequent necessity during the 12 annual extreme heat days.
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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.