Alexander, ND has a semi-arid climate with cold winters and hot summers. During the winter, temperatures average around -10 °F (-23 °C) while in the summer temperatures can reach up to 90 °F (32 °C). Precipitation is limited, averaging just 13 inches (33 cm) of rain annually. Snowfall is common during winter months and usually accumulates up to 25 inches (64 cm). Alexander’s location in North Dakota makes it prone to extreme weather events such as windstorms, blizzards, and thunderstorms. Despite the harsh conditions during certain times of year, Alexander remains a great place for outdoor activities like camping, fishing, and hiking.
Alexander, North Dakota gets 14 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Alexander averages 41 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 209 sunny days per year in Alexander. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Alexander gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 79 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 85 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 3
Rain: averages 14 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 41 inches of snow a year