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Weather & Climate in Ord, NE
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ord experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 308 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 23.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32. The city sits at an elevation of 2,016 feet.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,016 ft (614 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,012/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6028°N, 98.9193°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Valley County County |
| Nearest Airport | Central Nebraska Regional (GRI) 54 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 26.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 33.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 40.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
18 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.3.
| Nov 3, 2002 | 16 km SSW of Butte, Nebraska | M4.3 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Apr 10, 2018 | 10 km SE of Arnold, Nebraska | M3.7 | 104 km | 5 km |
| Aug 19, 2015 | 13 km S of Halsey, Nebraska | M3.6 | 113 km | 15 km |
| Jan 4, 2016 | 11 km NW of Westerville, Nebraska | M3.5 | 48 km | 6 km |
| Aug 9, 1997 | 9 km NW of Clarkson, Nebraska | M3.4 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Aug 26, 1991 | 15 km SSE of Brownlee, Nebraska | M3.4 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Apr 9, 2018 | 10 km SSE of Arnold, Nebraska | M3.3 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Apr 19, 2018 | 9 km SSE of Arnold, Nebraska | M3.3 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2002 | 8 km NE of Scotia, Nebraska | M3.3 | 27 km | 5 km |
| Apr 16, 2018 | 8 km SE of Arnold, Nebraska | M3.1 | 103 km | 5 km |
| Sep 26, 2010 | 11 km S of Oconto, Nebraska | M3.1 | 94 km | 10 km |
| Apr 10, 2018 | 3 km SE of Arnold, Nebraska | M3.1 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Jul 18, 1990 | 10 km SSW of Ord, Nebraska | M3.0 | 11 km | 5 km |
| Feb 1, 2006 | 6 km ENE of Bassett, Nebraska | M2.9 | 122 km | 5 km |
| Jan 1, 2020 | 2 km E of Chambers, Nebraska | M2.8 | 69 km | 10 km |
| Feb 5, 2025 | 8 km SSE of Tilden, Nebraska | M2.7 | 101 km | 5 km |
| Apr 15, 2018 | 8 km SE of Arnold, Nebraska | M2.6 | 104 km | 5 km |
| Apr 10, 2018 | 4 km NW of Arnold, Nebraska | M2.5 | 110 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
527 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 28 fatalities, 384 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 3, 1980 | EF4 | 92 km | 1.1 mi | 3 |
| Apr 7, 1978 | EF4 | 98 km | 31.2 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1965 | EF4 | 86 km | 125.7 mi | 4 |
| May 8, 1965 | EF4 | 46 km | 78.9 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1964 | EF4 | 50 km | 51.2 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1961 | EF4 | 79 km | 48.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1956 | EF4 | 72 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1954 | EF4 | 100 km | 29.9 mi | 6 |
| Jun 7, 1953 | EF4 | 35 km | 15.0 mi | 11 |
| Apr 26, 2024 | EF3 | 51 km | 9.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 2011 | EF3 | 98 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1999 | EF3 | 21 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1993 | EF3 | 94 km | 50.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 1, 1990 | EF3 | 85 km | 25.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 1990 | EF3 | 89 km | 27.0 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1985 | EF3 | 93 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 11, 1984 | EF3 | 73 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1984 | EF3 | 59 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1980 | EF3 | 85 km | 2.3 mi | 1 |
| Jun 3, 1980 | EF3 | 78 km | 6.4 mi | 1 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
11 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: LOWERY (4,881 acres, 2023).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2023 | LOWERY | 4,881 | 50 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 3,883 | 69 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 3,688 | 48 km |
| 1995 | UNNAMED | 3,145 | 83 km |
| 1995 | UNNAMED | 2,911 | 61 km |
| 2023 | DEL PORTO | 2,856 | 76 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 2,456 | 46 km |
| 1989 | UNNAMED | 2,298 | 80 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 2,130 | 87 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 1,283 | 88 km |
| 1999 | UNNAMED | 1,185 | 83 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.7 in |
Ord has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 24°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (0.5").