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Weather & Climate in David City, NE
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
David City experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 30.4 inches. The area receives 31.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32. The city sits at an elevation of 1,619 feet.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.3°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,619 ft (493 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 719/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2533°N, 97.1264°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Butler County County |
| Nearest Airport | Lincoln (LNK) 30 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 24.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 15.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 72.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
7 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Feb 6, 1996 | 1 km N of Wausa, Nebraska | M3.6 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Dec 17, 2009 | 2 km NW of Auburn, Nebraska | M3.6 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Jul 16, 2004 | 6 km SSE of Riverton, Iowa | M3.5 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Aug 9, 1997 | 9 km NW of Clarkson, Nebraska | M3.4 | 60 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2002 | 8 km NE of Scotia, Nebraska | M3.3 | 128 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2014 | 5 km NW of Liberty, Nebraska | M2.9 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Feb 5, 2025 | 8 km SSE of Tilden, Nebraska | M2.7 | 98 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
700 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 388 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 26, 2024 | EF4 | 67 km | 31.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 2014 | EF4 | 81 km | 11.5 mi | 1 |
| Jun 16, 2014 | EF4 | 100 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 2014 | EF4 | 78 km | 23.9 mi | 1 |
| Jun 16, 2014 | EF4 | 73 km | 12.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 4, 2013 | EF4 | 97 km | 18.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 2001 | EF4 | 45 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 7, 1978 | EF4 | 26 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1975 | EF4 | 89 km | 8.0 mi | 3 |
| Apr 25, 1957 | EF4 | 84 km | 89.8 mi | 1 |
| May 30, 1954 | EF4 | 73 km | 29.9 mi | 6 |
| Aug 13, 1952 | EF4 | 46 km | 26.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 15, 1950 | EF4 | 75 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 2024 | EF3 | 62 km | 5.3 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 2014 | EF3 | 68 km | 19.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 2011 | EF3 | 53 km | 9.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 9, 2001 | EF3 | 66 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1992 | EF3 | 88 km | 21.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1992 | EF3 | 56 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1991 | EF3 | 89 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 26°F (-4°C) | 0.9 in |
David City has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 21°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (0.6").