Deschutes County Climate
Deschutes County, Oregon
Avg Annual Temp
46.0°F
Annual Precip
13.2"
Annual Snowfall
35.6"
Extreme Heat Days
19.37142857142857
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Deschutes County Weather
A High Desert Climate Below National Averages
Deschutes County maintains an annual average temperature of 46.0°F, placing it well below the national median for warmth. With only 13.2 inches of annual precipitation, the region is significantly drier than the typical American county.
Cooler and Drier than the Oregon Average
The county's 46.0°F average temperature is notably cooler than the Oregon state average of 50.5°F. Furthermore, its 13.2 inches of annual rainfall is less than half of the 37.4 inches seen across the state as a whole.
Consistency Across the High Desert
Deschutes shares a similar climate profile with neighboring Harney County, which averages 46.4°F. It remains slightly cooler than Jefferson County to the north, which sees an annual average of 48.5°F.
Snowy Winters and Temperate Summers
The region experiences 35.6 inches of snow annually, with winter averages hovering around 31.7°F. While the county sees 19 extreme heat days over 90°F, July averages remain a comfortable 65.0°F.
Prepare for Snow and Arid Conditions
Residents should invest in robust snow removal equipment to handle over 35 inches of annual accumulation. The dry 13.2-inch precipitation levels also necessitate efficient irrigation for any local landscaping or gardening.
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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.