Weather & Climate in Amidon, ND
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Amidon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 48.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 2,902 feet.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 44.5°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,902 ft (885 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4822°N, 103.3196°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Slope County County |
| Nearest Airport | Dickinson/Theodore Roosevelt Regional (DIK) 33 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 0.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 14.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 3.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
2 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.6.
| May 6, 2014 | 12 km NNW of Knife River, Montana | M2.6 | 145 km | 8 km |
| Jul 29, 2013 | 18 km SE of Ekalaka, Montana | M2.6 | 113 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
130 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 2 fatalities, 16 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 29, 1975 | EF4 | 27 km | 68.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 11, 2016 | EF3 | 74 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 8, 2009 | EF3 | 57 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 1953 | EF3 | 86 km | 9.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1952 | EF3 | 89 km | 16.4 mi | 1 |
| Jul 19, 1952 | EF3 | 75 km | 55.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 10, 1952 | EF3 | 83 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 25, 2001 | EF2 | 53 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 25, 2001 | EF2 | 74 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1999 | EF2 | 66 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1978 | EF2 | 82 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1977 | EF2 | 50 km | 8.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 4, 1976 | EF2 | 50 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 29, 1964 | EF2 | 86 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 22, 1957 | EF2 | 29 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 10, 1952 | EF2 | 40 km | 10.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 12, 2019 | EF1 | 75 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 2016 | EF1 | 73 km | 3.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 2015 | EF1 | 56 km | 3.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF1 | 75 km | 0.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: PAUTRE (11,733 acres, 2013).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2013 | PAUTRE | 11,733 | 98 km |
| 2024 | TRAVIN | 7,917 | 95 km |
| 2018 | 18 DONUT HOLE | 7,838 | 53 km |
| 1999 | MILL IRON | 6,494 | 95 km |
| 1988 | MIKES CREEK | 5,309 | 74 km |
| 2017 | MAGPIE FIRE | 5,056 | 95 km |
| 2021 | ROOSEVELT CREEK | 4,608 | 77 km |
| 2004 | DEEP CREEK | 4,180 | 19 km |
| 2012 | DEEP CREEK 2 | 3,500 | 41 km |
| 2021 | ELKHORN | 2,784 | 89 km |
| 2021 | DOROTHY DRAW | 2,565 | 97 km |
| 2008 | BROWN | 2,519 | 43 km |
| 2014 | 14 BEEF CORRAL WASH | 2,471 | 56 km |
| 2002 | TRAVERS | 2,403 | 91 km |
| 2007 | HARRIS | 2,369 | 97 km |
| 1988 | FANTAIL | 2,341 | 94 km |
| 2021 | 744 | 2,268 | 52 km |
| 2000 | TALKINGTON 1 | 2,204 | 53 km |
| 2004 | MAGPIE CAMP | 2,114 | 89 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 2,050 | 88 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-5°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 1.4 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 32°F (0°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
Amidon has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 18°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and December the driest (0.5").