Weather & Climate in Fort Totten, ND
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fort Totten 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. Annual precipitation totals 20.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 59.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,554 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) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,554 ft (474 m) |
| Area | 8.6 sq mi (22.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 108/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.9705°N, 99.0166°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Wells County County |
| Nearest Airport | Devils Lake Regional (DVL) 11 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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
343 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 4 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 26, 2007 | EF3 | 84 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2001 | EF3 | 53 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 1987 | EF3 | 82 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1971 | EF3 | 95 km | 13.7 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1958 | EF3 | 59 km | 10.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1952 | EF3 | 75 km | 1.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2021 | EF2 | 92 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 2018 | EF2 | 27 km | 3.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 2017 | EF2 | 63 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 2016 | EF2 | 79 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 2016 | EF2 | 25 km | 3.3 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 2004 | EF2 | 62 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 2001 | EF2 | 40 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 2001 | EF2 | 42 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1999 | EF2 | 76 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1999 | EF2 | 83 km | 3.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1986 | EF2 | 93 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1976 | EF2 | 19 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 14, 1974 | EF2 | 97 km | 11.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 1974 | EF2 | 35 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: GRADER (1,745 acres, 2008).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2008 | GRADER | 1,745 | 77 km |
| 2006 | BROWN WF | 1,430 | 4 km |
| 2021 | DAHL | 1,312 | 77 km |
| 2018 | EAST JIM LAKE | 1,214 | 88 km |
| 1985 | LAKE ALICE | 1,214 | 40 km |
| 2017 | NDAWR FY17 RX G10 11 12 D5 | 1,148 | 83 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°F (-14°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 11°F (-12°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 44°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 13°F (-10°C) | 0.8 in |
Fort Totten has a seasonal temperature swing of 62°F / from 7°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (0.4").