Grant County Climate

Grant County, Washington

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec51.7°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

51.7°F

Annual Precip

8.7"

Annual Snowfall

Extreme Heat Days

39.9

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet
1.1"
0.7"
0.8"
0.7"
0.8"
0.7"
0.3"
0.2"
0.3"
0.7"
1.0"
1.3"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring43°60°2.3"Summer67°75°1.3"Fall39°64°2.0"Winter30°35°3.1"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 38% of US counties
Wetter than 1% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 51% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Grant County Weather

Washington's Desert Heart

Grant County averages 51.7°F, sitting just below the national median but featuring a much drier profile. It is a desert environment, receiving only 8.7 inches of annual precipitation.

Heat Leader in the State

The county is nearly two degrees warmer than the Washington average of 49.9°F. Its precipitation is among the lowest in the state, falling far short of the 38.5-inch state average.

Hotter Than Nearby Counties

Grant is the hottest of its neighbors, enduring 40 days of extreme heat compared to Douglas County’s 34. While snowfall data is limited, its July average of 74.6°F makes it a regional heat leader.

Extreme Heat and Dry Cold

Summers are characterized by intense heat, with 40 days hitting 90°F and a July peak of 74.6°F. Winters are cold but dry, averaging 32.1°F from December through February.

Beat the Desert Heat

Extreme heat is the primary concern, making high-performance cooling systems a necessity for the 40 days of 90°F+ weather. Low-water landscaping is the only sustainable choice given the sparse 8.7 inches of annual rain.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Grant County?
The average annual temperature in Grant County, WA is 51.7°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Grant County get?
Grant County receives an average of 8.7 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
How hot does Grant County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Grant County is 71.6°F. The county experiences an average of 39.9 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Grant County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Grant County is 32.1°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 30.4°F.

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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.

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