Zap, ND has a continental climate which is characterized by hot summers and cold winters. The average temperature in the summer ranges from the mid-70s to the mid-80s, while winter temperatures range from below-freezing to the low-30s. Precipitation throughout the year is moderate with occasional snow during the winter months. Zap also experiences seasonal weather patterns including high winds, blizzards and thunderstorms in certain areas. Overall, Zap has mild but distinct seasons that make it an ideal place to live for those who enjoy all four seasons of weather.
Zap, North Dakota gets 17 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Zap averages 33 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 Zap. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Zap gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 60 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 84 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 3
Rain: averages 17 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 33 inches of snow a year