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Weather & Climate in Henry, NE
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Henry experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 316 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 15.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 47.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32. The city sits at an elevation of 4,037 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,037 ft (1,230 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 367/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9979°N, 104.0457°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Laramie County County |
| Nearest Airport | Western Nebraska Regional/William B Heilig Field (BFF) 25 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 76.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 22.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 49.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
14 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Jul 23, 1993 | 29 km WNW of Esterbrook, Wyoming | M3.7 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Apr 9, 1996 | 34 km SW of Edgemont, South Dakota | M3.7 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Mar 26, 2021 | 10 km E of Edgemont, South Dakota | M3.4 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Dec 13, 1993 | 14 km SW of Esterbrook, Wyoming | M3.2 | 125 km | 5 km |
| May 3, 1996 | 32 km SSW of Edgemont, South Dakota | M3.1 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Jun 18, 1998 | 23 km S of Chadron, Nebraska | M3.1 | 110 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2018 | 7 km SW of Guernsey, Wyoming | M3.0 | 68 km | 5 km |
| Nov 2, 1992 | 5 km ESE of Lusk, Wyoming | M3.0 | 87 km | 5 km |
| Sep 7, 2019 | 23 km WSW of Esterbrook, Wyoming | M2.9 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Mar 10, 2011 | 22 km N of Van Tassell, Wyoming | M2.9 | 96 km | 5 km |
| Dec 19, 2013 | 33 km NE of Rock River, Wyoming | M2.8 | 134 km | 12 km |
| Apr 24, 2007 | 23 km WSW of Hay Springs, Nebraska | M2.7 | 112 km | 5 km |
| May 28, 2025 | 9 km ENE of Glendo, Wyoming | M2.6 | 94 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2021 | 13 km WNW of Crawford, Nebraska | M2.6 | 88 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
442 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 2 fatalities, 57 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 27, 1955 | EF4 | 22 km | 26.0 mi | 2 |
| Jun 9, 1991 | EF3 | 49 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1985 | EF3 | 43 km | 48.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 20, 1978 | EF3 | 20 km | 53.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1960 | EF3 | 88 km | 26.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 1955 | EF3 | 82 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 26, 1955 | EF3 | 23 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 2023 | EF2 | 30 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 2023 | EF2 | 40 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 2020 | EF2 | 83 km | 3.4 mi | 0 |
| Sep 10, 2019 | EF2 | 55 km | 19.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2017 | EF2 | 62 km | 31.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2017 | EF2 | 33 km | 25.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 2012 | EF2 | 88 km | 20.6 mi | 0 |
| May 18, 2010 | EF2 | 95 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2009 | EF2 | 50 km | 8.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 2005 | EF2 | 53 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 1998 | EF2 | 10 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 6, 1994 | EF2 | 94 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 26, 1993 | EF2 | 31 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: FT.ROBINSON (46,887 acres, 1989).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1989 | FT.ROBINSON | 46,887 | 85 km |
| 2006 | SIOUX COUNTY COMPLEX | 39,567 | 84 km |
| 2012 | DOUTHIT | 29,036 | 95 km |
| 2024 | PLEASANT VALLEY | 28,249 | 60 km |
| 2006 | OLD CHICAGO | 25,218 | 72 km |
| 2016 | SIMMONS | 20,950 | 34 km |
| 2022 | CARTER CANYON | 15,828 | 34 km |
| 2011 | SQUAW MTN | 14,379 | 98 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 14,279 | 38 km |
| 2012 | SAWMILL CANYON | 13,438 | 83 km |
| 2000 | CO LINE | 10,961 | 53 km |
| 2024 | SCHIFF | 6,714 | 68 km |
| 2021 | HACKBERRY CA | 6,367 | 78 km |
| 1999 | UNNAMED | 6,239 | 95 km |
| 2021 | POST CA | 5,546 | 82 km |
| 2002 | TOLLMAN | 5,276 | 98 km |
| 1996 | SPRING CR. | 4,682 | 77 km |
| 1994 | SQUAW MTN. | 4,093 | 98 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 4,047 | 37 km |
| 2022 | SMOKEY | 3,961 | 58 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
Henry has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 27°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.7") and January the driest (0.4").