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Weather & Climate in Ardoch, ND
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ardoch has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 200 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 826 feet.
Temperature
8°F Jan (-14°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 8°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 200 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 826 ft (252 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.2054°N, 97.3380°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Walsh County County |
| Nearest Airport | Grand Forks International (GFK) 19 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 29.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 13.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 48.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
451 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 4 fatalities, 51 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF4 | 74 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 2007 | EF4 | 58 km | 5.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 6, 1999 | EF4 | 55 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 27, 2016 | EF3 | 82 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 2007 | EF3 | 66 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 2004 | EF3 | 82 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 1987 | EF3 | 83 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1973 | EF3 | 95 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1971 | EF3 | 88 km | 13.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 1958 | EF3 | 36 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2021 | EF2 | 72 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 2017 | EF2 | 96 km | 11.6 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 2017 | EF2 | 63 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 2017 | EF2 | 93 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 2015 | EF2 | 54 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 19, 2014 | EF2 | 77 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 2014 | EF2 | 67 km | 37.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 10, 2010 | EF2 | 58 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF2 | 97 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF2 | 34 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (17,778 acres, 1988).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 17,778 | 92 km |
| 2021 | OXCART | 12,538 | 96 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 10,819 | 100 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 6,964 | 98 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 6,057 | 92 km |
| 2012 | COUNTY 27 FIRE | 4,653 | 71 km |
| 2008 | POOL 21 | 3,482 | 98 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 3,224 | 91 km |
| 2009 | PARKER POOL | 3,166 | 98 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 2,836 | 94 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 2,810 | 95 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 2,420 | 94 km |
| 2007 | JUPITER FIRE | 2,389 | 74 km |
| 2003 | ELM LAKE | 2,350 | 99 km |
| 2001 | PARKER 12 A | 2,337 | 98 km |
| 2024 | 4 SQUARE MILE RX | 2,320 | 98 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 2,181 | 84 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,113 | 99 km |
| 2003 | MCKINLEY | 2,093 | 99 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 2,092 | 99 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°F (-14°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 11°F (-12°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| March | 24°F (-5°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 65°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 26°F (-4°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 10°F (-12°C) | 0.5 in |
Ardoch has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F / from 8°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.5").