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Weather & Climate in Ryder, ND
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ryder has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 273 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 18.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 49.4 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 2,100 feet.
Temperature
9°F Jan (-13°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 40.5°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,100 ft (640 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 260/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.9212°N, 101.6704°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | McLean County County |
| Nearest Airport | Minot International (MOT) 29 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 43.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 17.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 78.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.3.
| Sep 28, 2012 | 22 km ESE of Williston, North Dakota | M3.3 | 126 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
218 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 1 fatality, 19 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jul 5, 1955 | EF4 | 75 km | 28.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 6, 1977 | EF3 | 90 km | 17.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 1974 | EF3 | 99 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 18, 1956 | EF3 | 70 km | 10.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 1956 | EF3 | 52 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 2022 | EF2 | 56 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 1, 2018 | EF2 | 93 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 24, 2006 | EF2 | 69 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 2004 | EF2 | 11 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 23, 1997 | EF2 | 64 km | 0.2 mi | 1 |
| Jun 18, 1990 | EF2 | 89 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1982 | EF2 | 51 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 1975 | EF2 | 73 km | 33.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 4, 1974 | EF2 | 37 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1962 | EF2 | 75 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 2, 1960 | EF2 | 50 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 1958 | EF2 | 33 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 1955 | EF2 | 83 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1954 | EF2 | 0 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 6, 2024 | EF1 | 63 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: LITTLE SWALLOW (9,886 acres, 2021).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2021 | LITTLE SWALLOW | 9,886 | 80 km |
| 1988 | MURPHY | 8,918 | 78 km |
| 2015 | LOSTWOOD WILDERNESS 2015 | 6,837 | 100 km |
| 2012 | LITTLE SWALLOW | 6,304 | 83 km |
| 2005 | CLEAR LAKE | 5,040 | 73 km |
| 2024 | CHARLSON | 3,055 | 88 km |
| 2005 | LOSTWOOD NON-NFP | 2,769 | 95 km |
| 1988 | DANKS | 2,425 | 68 km |
| 2007 | MUSKRAT LAKE | 2,344 | 62 km |
| 2023 | NDLWR-HFR-FY23-RX-ASPEN | 2,074 | 96 km |
| 2017 | NDLWR FY17 RX CENTRAL CORE | 1,899 | 97 km |
| 2016 | LWR WUI RX FESCUE 2016 | 1,802 | 94 km |
| 1993 | KRUSES | 1,802 | 94 km |
| 2006 | RIVERDALE WOODS/DOWNSTREAM | 1,705 | 54 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 1,678 | 46 km |
| 1990 | KRUSES | 1,619 | 94 km |
| 1986 | KRUSES | 1,615 | 94 km |
| 1996 | KRUSES | 1,516 | 93 km |
| 2003 | KRUSE | 1,507 | 93 km |
| 1987 | TEAL | 1,470 | 99 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°F (-13°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 13°F (-10°C) | 0.6 in |
Ryder has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 9°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.5").