Valley City, ND has a continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers in Valley City are relatively warm and humid, with temperatures often reaching the mid-80s Fahrenheit (28-29 °C). Winters are cold and dry, with temperatures often dropping below 0°F (-18°C). The area experiences moderate precipitation throughout the year, including snow in the winter. Spring and fall are usually pleasant, with temperatures ranging between 40-60°F (4-16°C). Valley City can experience extreme weather at times, such as heavy snowfalls or thunderstorms.
Valley City, North Dakota gets 21 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Valley City averages 36 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 200 sunny days per year in Valley City. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Valley City gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 72 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 83 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is -3
Rain: averages 21 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 36 inches of snow a year