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Weather & Climate in Kensal, ND
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kensal has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 1,539 feet.
Temperature
11°F Jan (-12°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 42.2°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 253 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,539 ft (469 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 382/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3000°N, 98.7321°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Foster County County |
| Nearest Airport | Jamestown Regional (JMS) 26 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 7.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 38.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 79.9 / 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 Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
382 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 1 fatality, 33 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 26, 2007 | EF4 | 96 km | 5.0 mi | 1 |
| Jul 18, 2004 | EF4 | 64 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 2002 | EF4 | 58 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 2011 | EF3 | 90 km | 16.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 2007 | EF3 | 79 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2001 | EF3 | 47 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 1987 | EF3 | 63 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1974 | EF3 | 88 km | 17.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1971 | EF3 | 65 km | 13.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 23, 1968 | EF3 | 27 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 6, 1958 | EF3 | 71 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 1957 | EF3 | 41 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1952 | EF3 | 63 km | 1.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1950 | EF3 | 83 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2021 | EF2 | 77 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 2018 | EF2 | 59 km | 3.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 2016 | EF2 | 53 km | 3.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF2 | 84 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF2 | 72 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 15, 2007 | EF2 | 94 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
7 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: CHICAGOLAKE (4,606 acres, 1994).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1994 | CHICAGOLAKE | 4,606 | 59 km |
| 2008 | GRADER | 1,745 | 37 km |
| 2006 | BROWN WF | 1,430 | 74 km |
| 1985 | CHASE LAKE | 1,215 | 64 km |
| 2018 | EAST JIM LAKE | 1,214 | 14 km |
| 2017 | NDAWR FY17 RX G10 11 12 D5 | 1,148 | 12 km |
| 2006 | FULLERS LAKE 06 | 1,109 | 85 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°F (-12°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 13°F (-10°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 13°F (-10°C) | 0.4 in |
Kensal has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 11°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.4").