Piute County Climate
Piute County, Utah
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
47.7°F
Annual Precip
8.9"
Annual Snowfall
19.8"
Extreme Heat Days
29
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
5b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,150
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Piute County
Climate Verdict
Piute County has a cool, averaging 47.7°F annually, arid conditions receiving just 8.9 inches of precipitation annually, occasional hot days — 28.733333333333334 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 19.8 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 27.9°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 69.6°F. The 42°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change. December is typically the coldest month and July the warmest.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Piute County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Piute County closely matches the Utah statewide average temperature of 48.9°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Utah.
Climate Profile
About Piute County Weather
Dry and Cool Piute County
Piute County's average temperature of 47.7°F is roughly five degrees below the national median. With only 8.9 inches of annual precipitation, it is one of the driest regions in the country.
Slightly Below the Utah Average
The county's 47.7°F average is just below the Utah state average of 48.9°F. It also receives about 5 inches less annual precipitation than the state average of 13.7 inches.
Drier Than Its Neighbors
Piute's 8.9 inches of precipitation is lower than Garfield's 12.2 inches and Iron's 13.3 inches. It also sees far less snow than Iron County, receiving only 19.8 inches annually compared to Iron's 57.2.
Mild Summers and Light Snow
Summers are pleasant with a July average of 69.6°F and only 29 days hitting 90°F. Winters are dry and cold, with a January average of 27.9°F and a modest 19.8 inches of total snowfall.
Focus on Water and Dry Cold
The extremely low 8.9 inches of annual rain makes drought-resistant planning a priority for residents. While snowfall is light at 19.8 inches, heating systems must be reliable to handle the cold 29.1°F winter average.
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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.