Nowata County Climate
Nowata County, Oklahoma
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
60.1°F
Annual Precip
41.5"
Annual Snowfall
9.3"
Extreme Heat Days
60
days >= 90°F/yr
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Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,997
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Nowata County
Climate Verdict
Nowata County has a warm, averaging 60.1°F year-round, moderately wet with 41.5 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 60 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 9.3 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 37.0°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 81.6°F. The 45°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
Nowata County closely matches the Oklahoma statewide average temperature of 60.4°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Oklahoma, the county experiences 16.41094907407411 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Nowata County Weather
Standard Mid-Continent Temperature Profile
Nowata County’s 60.1°F annual average reflects its position in the heart of the country, staying well above the national median. It experiences a classic four-season cycle typical of the southern Midwest.
Typical Temperatures for Northern Oklahoma
The county is just a fraction cooler than the state average of 60.4°F. It represents the transition zone where Oklahoma's heat begins to soften into the slightly cooler Kansas climate.
Wetter and Warmer than Osage
Nowata is significantly warmer than neighboring Osage County, which averages 59.0°F. It also receives 41.5 inches of precipitation, ensuring a more humid environment than the counties to its west.
Fewer Heat Days but More Snow
The county records 60 extreme heat days, which is lower than the Oklahoma average, but it makes up for it with 9.3 inches of annual snowfall. July remains hot at 81.6°F, while January stays chilly at 37.0°F.
Invest in Snow Removal and Drainage
With nearly 10 inches of snow annually, a reliable snow shovel or blower is a must-have for winter. The 41.5 inches of rain also necessitates regular foundation inspections and gutter maintenance.
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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.