Elk Creek, NE is located in the Great Plains region of the US and has a continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are generally hot and humid with temperatures often reaching 90°F (32°C). Winters can be quite cold, with temperatures occasionally plunging below freezing, while spring and autumns span a large range of temperatures. Rainfall is spread throughout the year with some snow in winter months. Overall, Elk Creek experiences a moderate climate that allows for comfortable outdoor activities throughout most of the year.
Elk Creek, Nebraska gets 33 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Elk Creek averages 22 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 214 sunny days per year in Elk Creek. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Elk Creek gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 86 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 88 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 14
Rain: averages 33 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 22 inches of snow a year