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Weather & Climate in Devils Lake, ND
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Devils Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°F. The area gets 274 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 20.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 1,438 feet.
Temperature
7°F Jan (-14°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 40.2°F |
| 26% below US avg | |
| January Average | 7°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,438 ft (438 m) |
| Area | 7.0 sq mi (18.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,030/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.1126°N, 98.8748°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Ramsey County County |
| Nearest Airport | Devils Lake Regional (DVL) 2 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 18.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 15.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 92.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
361 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 1 fatality, 5 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 6, 1999 | EF4 | 97 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 2007 | EF3 | 81 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2001 | EF3 | 58 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 1987 | EF3 | 82 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1971 | EF3 | 97 km | 13.7 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1958 | EF3 | 72 km | 10.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1952 | EF3 | 94 km | 1.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2021 | EF2 | 90 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 2018 | EF2 | 34 km | 3.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 2017 | EF2 | 92 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 2017 | EF2 | 66 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 2016 | EF2 | 74 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 2016 | EF2 | 38 km | 3.3 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 2004 | EF2 | 68 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 2001 | EF2 | 54 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 2001 | EF2 | 52 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1999 | EF2 | 67 km | 3.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1999 | EF2 | 61 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 1985 | EF2 | 88 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1976 | EF2 | 5 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
6 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: CLARK II (2,443 acres, 1992).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1992 | CLARK II | 2,443 | 99 km |
| 2008 | GRADER | 1,745 | 95 km |
| 2006 | BROWN WF | 1,430 | 20 km |
| 2021 | DAHL | 1,312 | 58 km |
| 1985 | LAKE ALICE | 1,214 | 29 km |
| 2017 | NDAWR FY17 RX G10 11 12 D5 | 1,148 | 98 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°F (-14°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 12°F (-11°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 12°F (-11°C) | 0.5 in |
Devils Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 62°F / from 7°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (0.4").