Fargo, ND Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Fargo
Fargo has a humid continental climate, marked by warm summers and cold, often snowy winters. Average daytime highs range from about 21°F (-6°C) in January to around 83°F (28°C) in July, and the city records roughly 88 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 83°F (28°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 21°F (-6°C)
- Record high: 103°F (39°C) · Record low: -39°F (-40°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: August (9 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (13.3 h sun/day)
- Climate type: humid continental - warm summers and cold, often snowy winters
- Snow: about 20 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 83°F (28°C) and overnight lows stay near 64°F (18°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 21°F (-6°C) and lows around 4°F (-15°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 103°F (39°C) and dropped as low as -39°F (-40°C).
Rain, sun and snow
August is usually the wettest month. It brings about 3.7 inches (93 mm) of rain over 9 days, while January is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 13.3 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 20 days in a typical year, mostly from October through April.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21° | 4° | 4 | 0.6 in | 5.5 h/day | 78% |
| February | 24° | 5° | 5 | 0.8 in | 7.5 h/day | 71% |
| March | 39° | 20° | 6 | 1.0 in | 8.4 h/day | 67% |
| April | 51° | 32° | 9 | 2.3 in | 8.7 h/day | 63% |
| May | 68° | 47° | 9 | 3.4 in | 10.9 h/day | 60% |
| June | 80° | 60° | 9 | 3.1 in | 12.4 h/day | 61% |
| July | 83° | 64° | 10 | 3.3 in | 13.3 h/day | 66% |
| August | 79° | 61° | 9 | 3.7 in | 11.4 h/day | 70% |
| September | 72° | 55° | 8 | 2.5 in | 9.5 h/day | 68% |
| October | 56° | 40° | 7 | 2.0 in | 7.2 h/day | 67% |
| November | 40° | 25° | 5 | 1.1 in | 5.6 h/day | 71% |
| December | 26° | 11° | 8 | 1.5 in | 4.8 h/day | 77% |
Fargo month by month
Fargo weather in January
January brings highs around 21°F (-6°C), lows near 4°F (-15°C), about 4 wet days and roughly 3 snowy days - typically the coldest month and the driest month of the year in Fargo.
Fargo weather in February
February brings highs around 24°F (-4°C), lows near 5°F (-15°C), about 5 wet days and roughly 3 snowy days.
Fargo weather in March
March brings highs around 39°F (4°C), lows near 20°F (-7°C), about 6 wet days and roughly 3 snowy days.
Fargo weather in April
April brings highs around 51°F (11°C), lows near 32°F (0°C), about 9 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Fargo weather in May
May brings highs around 68°F (20°C), lows near 47°F (8°C), about 9 wet days.
Fargo weather in June
June brings highs around 80°F (26°C), lows near 60°F (15°C), about 9 wet days.
Fargo weather in July
July brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 10 wet days - typically the hottest month and the sunniest month of the year in Fargo.
Fargo weather in August
August brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 61°F (16°C), about 9 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Fargo.
Fargo weather in September
September brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 55°F (13°C), about 8 wet days.
Fargo weather in October
October brings highs around 56°F (13°C), lows near 40°F (4°C), about 7 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days.
Fargo weather in November
November brings highs around 40°F (4°C), lows near 25°F (-4°C), about 5 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Fargo weather in December
December brings highs around 26°F (-3°C), lows near 11°F (-11°C), about 8 wet days and roughly 6 snowy days.
Seasons in Fargo
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Fargo is chilly, with daytime highs averaging 53°F (12°C) and nights around 33°F (0°C); expect showers on roughly 24 days across the season, plus around 6 snowy days.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Fargo is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 80°F (27°C) and nights around 61°F (16°C); expect showers on roughly 28 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Fargo is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 56°F (13°C) and nights around 40°F (4°C); expect showers on roughly 20 days across the season, plus around 3 snowy days.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Fargo is bitterly cold, with daytime highs averaging 24°F (-5°C) and nights around 7°F (-14°C); rain falls on about 16 days over the three months, plus around 12 snowy days. Wind makes those temperatures feel harsher than they sound - pair the forecast winds with the wind speed converter to judge conditions on exposed skin.
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Best time to visit Fargo
The best time to visit Fargo is generally May to September, when this window offers the warmest, brightest days of the year. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 76°F (25°C).
Pack for Fargo with a heavy insulated coat, hat and gloves for winter. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 64°F (18°C).
Fargo temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.