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Weather & Climate in Edmore, ND
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Edmore has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 269 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 20.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 42.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 1,525 feet.
Temperature
5°F Jan (-15°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 38.6°F |
| 29% below US avg | |
| January Average | 5°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 269 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,525 ft (465 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 913/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.4124°N, 98.4536°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Ramsey County County |
| Nearest Airport | Devils Lake Regional (DVL) 29 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
368 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 2 fatalities, 25 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 26, 2007 | EF4 | 99 km | 5.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 6, 1999 | EF4 | 54 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 2007 | EF3 | 82 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2001 | EF3 | 81 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 1987 | EF3 | 92 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2021 | EF2 | 93 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 2018 | EF2 | 68 km | 3.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 2017 | EF2 | 97 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 2017 | EF2 | 48 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 2016 | EF2 | 87 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 2016 | EF2 | 78 km | 3.3 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 2004 | EF2 | 93 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 2004 | EF2 | 78 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 2001 | EF2 | 94 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 2001 | EF2 | 95 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1999 | EF2 | 37 km | 3.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1999 | EF2 | 36 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 1985 | EF2 | 44 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1976 | EF2 | 46 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 1974 | EF2 | 99 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
4 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BROWN WF (1,430 acres, 2006).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2006 | BROWN WF | 1,430 | 64 km |
| 2021 | DAHL | 1,312 | 24 km |
| 1985 | LAKE ALICE | 1,214 | 49 km |
| 1996 | P CHICKEN | 1,121 | 91 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°F (-15°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 10°F (-12°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 22°F (-6°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 9°F (-13°C) | 0.4 in |
Edmore has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from 5°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.4").