Climate Insights for Hettinger

Hawaii County, North Dakota, United States

Hottest
July
31°C peak
Coldest
February
-11°C low
Wettest
May
73mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Hettinger is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 440mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 73mm of rainfall. Hettinger is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -11°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 67cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20° -10° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -1° Average: -7° Min: -11° Feb Max: 0° Average: -7° Min: -11° Mar Max: 7° Average: 0° Min: -5° Apr Max: 13° Average: 6° Min: 0° May Max: 20° Average: 13° Min: 7° Jun Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 14° Jul Max: 31° Average: 23° Min: 16° Aug Max: 29° Average: 21° Min: 15° Sep Max: 25° Average: 17° Min: 10° Oct Max: 15° Average: 8° Min: 2° Nov Max: 7° Average: 0° Min: -4° Dec Max: 0° Average: -5° Min: -9°
Max
Average
Min

Hettinger has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 42°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -11°C and the daily average is -7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 8mm Snow: 6mm Feb Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 9mm Mar Precipitation: 19mm Snow: 10mm Apr Precipitation: 49mm Snow: 13mm May Precipitation: 73mm Snow: 3mm Jun Precipitation: 65mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 47mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 55mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 42mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 38mm Snow: 6mm Nov Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 7mm Dec Precipitation: 18mm Snow: 12mm
Precipitation
Snow

Hettinger is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 440mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 37mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 73mm of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 8mm. That's 65mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 67cm accumulating over the season. April typically sees the most snow at around 13cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 25km/h Feb Wind Speed: 26km/h Mar Wind Speed: 27km/h Apr Wind Speed: 29km/h May Wind Speed: 26km/h Jun Wind Speed: 26km/h Jul Wind Speed: 24km/h Aug Wind Speed: 23km/h Sep Wind Speed: 25km/h Oct Wind Speed: 26km/h Nov Wind Speed: 25km/h Dec Wind Speed: 26km/h
Wind Speed

Hettinger is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 26km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 29km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 23km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 6km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

82 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Hettinger, which began on March 20, 2026. Hettinger is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -11°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 82 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -5 to 20°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 141mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are strong, averaging 27km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 14 to 31°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 167mm for the season, averaging 56mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -4 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 93mm over the season and a monthly average of 31mm. Expect around 13cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are strong, averaging 25km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -11 to 0°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 39mm for the entire season. Expect around 27cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are strong, averaging 26km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -7°
Feb -7°
Mar
Apr
May 13°
Jun 20°
Jul 23°
Aug 21°
Sep 17°
Oct
Nov
Dec -5°

The best time to visit Hettinger is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 52mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -11°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hettinger based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-11 °C
-1 °C
25 km/h
8 mm
6 cm
Feb
-11 °C
0 °C
26 km/h
13 mm
9 cm
Mar Current
-5 °C
7 °C
27 km/h
19 mm
10 cm
Apr
0 °C
13 °C
29 km/h
49 mm
13 cm
May
7 °C
20 °C
26 km/h
73 mm
3 cm
Jun
14 °C
27 °C
26 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Jul
16 °C
31 °C
24 km/h
47 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
29 °C
23 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
Sep
10 °C
25 °C
25 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Oct
2 °C
15 °C
26 km/h
38 mm
6 cm
Nov
-4 °C
7 °C
25 km/h
13 mm
7 cm
Dec
-9 °C
0 °C
26 km/h
18 mm
12 cm
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