Klamath County Climate
Klamath County, Oregon
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
43.8°F
Annual Precip
27.9"
Annual Snowfall
191.7"
Extreme Heat Days
15
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
1,282
Limited to cold-tolerant varieties
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Climate Advisory: Klamath County
Climate Verdict
Klamath County has a cool, averaging 43.8°F annually, moderate rainfall of 27.9 inches per year, rare extreme heat with only 14.914285714285715 days above 90°F annually, heavy winter snowfall averaging 191.7 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 29.2°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 62.9°F. The 34°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change. December is typically the coldest month and July the warmest.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Klamath County is 6.6°F cooler than the Oregon statewide average of 50.5°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 9.5 inches less precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Klamath County Weather
A High-Altitude Cold Spot in Oregon
Klamath County averages just 43.8°F annually, placing it well below the national median temperature. Its high-elevation climate creates a much chillier profile than the rest of the country.
One of Oregon's Coldest Resident Counties
The county's 43.8°F average is nearly seven degrees colder than the Oregon state average of 50.5°F. It remains drier than many parts of the state, receiving 27.9 inches of annual precipitation.
Colder and Snowier Than Eastern Neighbors
Klamath is significantly colder than neighboring Lake County, which averages 46.6°F. The most striking difference is snowfall, as Klamath's 191.7 inches dwarfs Lake's 23.2 inches.
Massive Snowfall and Brisk Winters
Winter is the dominant season here, averaging 29.7°F with a staggering 191.7 inches of annual snow. Even in summer, temperatures stay cool at an average of 59.7°F with only 15 days over 90°F.
Heavy Duty Snow Removal is Essential
Residents must own professional-grade snow removal equipment to manage nearly 200 inches of annual snowfall. Heating systems should be rated for sub-freezing January averages of 29.2°F.
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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.