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Weather & Climate in Carrington, ND
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Carrington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 1,585 feet.
Temperature
9°F Jan (-13°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 39.8°F |
| 26% below US avg | |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 253 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,585 ft (483 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 916/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.4529°N, 99.1310°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Wells County County |
| Nearest Airport | Jamestown Regional (JMS) 42 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 8.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 44.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 95.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
360 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 14 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jul 18, 2004 | EF4 | 94 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 2002 | EF4 | 57 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 2007 | EF3 | 96 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2001 | EF3 | 57 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 1987 | EF3 | 84 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1971 | EF3 | 91 km | 13.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 23, 1968 | EF3 | 61 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1958 | EF3 | 73 km | 10.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 1957 | EF3 | 74 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1952 | EF3 | 32 km | 1.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2021 | EF2 | 98 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 2018 | EF2 | 52 km | 3.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 2016 | EF2 | 41 km | 3.3 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 2004 | EF2 | 55 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 2001 | EF2 | 67 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 2001 | EF2 | 70 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 2001 | EF2 | 54 km | 30.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1999 | EF2 | 99 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1999 | EF2 | 90 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1986 | EF2 | 69 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
7 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: CHICAGOLAKE (4,606 acres, 1994).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1994 | CHICAGOLAKE | 4,606 | 51 km |
| 2008 | GRADER | 1,745 | 19 km |
| 2006 | BROWN WF | 1,430 | 56 km |
| 1985 | CHASE LAKE | 1,215 | 56 km |
| 2018 | EAST JIM LAKE | 1,214 | 37 km |
| 1985 | LAKE ALICE | 1,214 | 97 km |
| 2017 | NDAWR FY17 RX G10 11 12 D5 | 1,148 | 32 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°F (-13°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 13°F (-10°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 13°F (-10°C) | 0.5 in |
Carrington has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 9°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (0.4").