Owyhee County, Idaho is located in the southwestern part of the state and has a semi-arid climate. Summers are hot and dry with temperatures reaching up to 95 °F while winters are mild with temperatures rarely dropping below freezing. Precipitation is low, usually around 5-7 inches per year, and most of it falls during the late winter months. Snowfall is also minimal, with most years receiving less than 30 inches. Despite its arid climate, Owyhee County still offers plenty of opportunities to explore its diverse landscapes and many outdoor activities.
Owyhee County, Idaho gets 10 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Owyhee County averages 7 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 210 sunny days per year in Owyhee County. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Owyhee County gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 70 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 92 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 23
Rain: averages 10 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 7 inches of snow a year