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Weather & Climate in Hatton, ND
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hatton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 276 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 21.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 48.4 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 1,080 feet.
Temperature
6°F Jan (-14°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 39.8°F |
| 26% below US avg | |
| January Average | 6°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,080 ft (329 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,141/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.6370°N, 97.4583°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Steele County County |
| Nearest Airport | Grand Forks International (GFK) 25 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 6.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 17.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 58.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
510 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 18 fatalities, 199 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 20, 1957 | EF5 | 82 km | 52.4 mi | 10 |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF4 | 16 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 2007 | EF4 | 15 km | 5.0 mi | 1 |
| Aug 27, 2016 | EF3 | 32 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF3 | 96 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| Aug 26, 2007 | EF3 | 38 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2001 | EF3 | 74 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 1987 | EF3 | 44 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1973 | EF3 | 42 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1973 | EF3 | 87 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1971 | EF3 | 38 km | 13.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 23, 1968 | EF3 | 95 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 6, 1958 | EF3 | 92 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 1958 | EF3 | 35 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 1957 | EF3 | 70 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 30, 1956 | EF3 | 96 km | 5.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1950 | EF3 | 99 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2021 | EF2 | 31 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 2019 | EF2 | 95 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 2018 | EF2 | 97 km | 3.1 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 | 90 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 2,420 | 86 km |
| 2024 | 4 SQUARE MILE RX | 2,320 | 91 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 2,092 | 90 km |
| 2020 | GRAVEL PIT | 1,468 | 87 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 1,270 | 86 km |
| 2011 | NEAL WMA | 1,213 | 99 km |
| 1985 | ALICE 02 | 1,142 | 98 km |
| 1996 | P CHICKEN | 1,121 | 56 km |
| 2006 | FULLERS LAKE 06 | 1,109 | 41 km |
| 2010 | ONSTAD 12 | 828 | 84 km |
| 2012 | HAM | 789 | 79 km |
| 2007 | TNC GR-GOD-3910 | 749 | 90 km |
| 2009 | TILDEN 27 | 709 | 82 km |
| 2008 | TRAIN 1 | 656 | 90 km |
| 2024 | GLACIAL RIDGE CATTAILS RX | 579 | 87 km |
| 2008 | ONSTAD 1 | 541 | 84 km |
| 2009 | GODFREY 3 | 530 | 90 km |
| 2008 | TILDEN BURN | 522 | 82 km |
| 2008 | MELVIN SLOUGH | 500 | 78 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°F (-14°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 12°F (-11°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 12°F (-11°C) | 0.6 in |
Hatton has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from 6°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.6").