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Weather & Climate in Gilby, ND
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gilby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 200 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 881 feet.
Temperature
8°F Jan (-14°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 8°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 200 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 881 ft (269 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,228/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.0835°N, 97.4677°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Walsh County County |
| Nearest Airport | Grand Forks International (GFK) 17 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 29.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 13.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 48.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
474 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 4 fatalities, 47 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF4 | 62 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 2007 | EF4 | 42 km | 5.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 6, 1999 | EF4 | 62 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 27, 2016 | EF3 | 72 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 2007 | EF3 | 50 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 2004 | EF3 | 97 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2001 | EF3 | 86 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 1987 | EF3 | 67 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1973 | EF3 | 85 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1971 | EF3 | 72 km | 13.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 1958 | EF3 | 29 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2021 | EF2 | 55 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 2018 | EF2 | 97 km | 3.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 2017 | EF2 | 86 km | 11.6 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 2017 | EF2 | 51 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 2017 | EF2 | 98 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 2015 | EF2 | 41 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 19, 2014 | EF2 | 92 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 2014 | EF2 | 62 km | 37.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 10, 2010 | EF2 | 47 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: OXCART (12,538 acres, 2021).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2021 | OXCART | 12,538 | 98 km |
| 2012 | COUNTY 27 FIRE | 4,653 | 86 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 2,420 | 95 km |
| 2007 | JUPITER FIRE | 2,389 | 91 km |
| 2024 | 4 SQUARE MILE RX | 2,320 | 100 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 2,181 | 100 km |
| 2003 | DEVILS PLAYGROUND | 1,879 | 92 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 1,764 | 86 km |
| 2012 | VIKING FIRE | 1,698 | 86 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 1,695 | 86 km |
| 2020 | GRAVEL PIT | 1,468 | 96 km |
| 2007 | LINCOLN | 1,369 | 83 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 1,270 | 97 km |
| 2003 | CLIPPED WING | 1,270 | 86 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 1,166 | 94 km |
| 1996 | P CHICKEN | 1,121 | 13 km |
| 2006 | FULLERS LAKE 06 | 1,109 | 90 km |
| 2010 | ONSTAD 12 | 828 | 97 km |
| 2012 | HAM | 789 | 88 km |
| 2007 | HALMA FIRE | 775 | 92 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°F (-14°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 11°F (-11°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| March | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 11°F (-12°C) | 0.6 in |
Gilby has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F / from 8°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (0.5").