Weather & Climate in Jud, ND
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Jud has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 47.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,742 feet.
Temperature
12°F Jan (-11°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 42.5°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,742 ft (531 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 154/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.5258°N, 98.8976°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | LaMoure County County |
| Nearest Airport | Jamestown Regional (JMS) 30 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 10.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 24.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 47.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| 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
311 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 2 fatalities, 31 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jul 18, 2004 | EF4 | 49 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 2002 | EF4 | 56 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 2011 | EF3 | 21 km | 16.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 2002 | EF3 | 91 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 19, 1974 | EF3 | 44 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1974 | EF3 | 33 km | 17.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 23, 1968 | EF3 | 75 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 31, 1966 | EF3 | 73 km | 26.4 mi | 2 |
| May 20, 1965 | EF3 | 75 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 6, 1958 | EF3 | 80 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 1957 | EF3 | 96 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1950 | EF3 | 81 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 2020 | EF2 | 96 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 10, 2011 | EF2 | 86 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 10, 2011 | EF2 | 70 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 14, 2010 | EF2 | 86 km | 9.1 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2010 | EF2 | 86 km | 1.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 2001 | EF2 | 89 km | 30.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1999 | EF2 | 53 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1999 | EF2 | 55 km | 28.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
8 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: CHICAGOLAKE (4,606 acres, 1994).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1994 | CHICAGOLAKE | 4,606 | 69 km |
| 2008 | GRADER | 1,745 | 89 km |
| 2003 | JOEL BERTSCH 2 | 1,460 | 81 km |
| 2004 | ALLEN STUECKLE | 1,330 | 95 km |
| 2016 | SLR 2016 RX MICHELL | 1,242 | 89 km |
| 1985 | CHASE LAKE | 1,215 | 68 km |
| 2018 | EAST JIM LAKE | 1,214 | 75 km |
| 2017 | NDAWR FY17 RX G10 11 12 D5 | 1,148 | 79 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°F (-11°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 65°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.5 in |
Jud has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 12°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.4").