North Dakota is one of several regions in the United States of America, with temperatures that range from -7°C (19°F) in January to 28°C (82°F) during the peak of July. We've based our full climate overview on data from Fargo, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
The weather in North Dakota during May, June, August and September is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 27°C (81°F).
The colder months are generally January, February, March, November and December.
Precipitation in North Dakota varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in June with 106 mm (4.2 in) of rain, while November stays relatively dry with 14 mm (0.6 in). January, February and November marks the driest time of year, with rainfall falling below 15 mm (0.6 in).
For those seeking sunshine, July usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.
