Shell Valley CDP, ND has a mild climate with warm summers and cold winters. Summers are usually hot and dry, while winters are relatively cold and wet. Temperatures in the summer can often reach into the mid-80s (°F), while winter temperatures range from the mid-20s to low-30s (°F). Precipitation in Shell Valley CDP is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year, though there is some variation depending on location. Overall, Shell Valley CDP enjoys a moderate climate that is comfortable year round.
Shell Valley, North Dakota gets 19 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Shell Valley averages 44 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 198 sunny days per year in Shell Valley. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Shell Valley gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 80 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 78 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is -5
Rain: averages 19 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 44 inches of snow a year