Climate Comfort Score
42/100
Moderate
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Upper Baker Dam, WA Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
Upper Baker Dam, Washington has an average annual temperature of 47°F and a climate comfort score of 42/100 (Moderate). Annual precipitation totals 98.2", including 42.4" of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year normals (1991–2020).
Avg Temperature
47°F (9°C)
Avg High
56°F
Avg Low
39°F
Annual Precip
98.2"
Annual Snow
42.4"
Comfort Score
42/100
Moderate
Avg Annual Temperature
47°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
98.2"
Plus 42.4" of snow
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Upper Baker Dam) 42.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Moderate for the Upper Baker Dam area.
Warming context for Upper Baker Dam
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Upper Baker Dam captures average conditions across the spread shown — the most recent decade is warmer than the 30-year mean.
- United States land mean (NOAA NCEI) +0.11 °C/decade
- Global anomaly (NASA GISTEMP) +0.11 °C/decade
- Paris Agreement thresholds 1.5°C / 2.0°C
Monthly Temperatures
Average daily high and low temperatures by month
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean | Precip | Snow | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 29°F (-2°C) | 33°F (1°C) | 15.3" | 13.1" | 21.7 | 0.0 |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 29°F (-2°C) | 36°F (2°C) | 8.8" | 10.6" | 20.5 | 0.0 |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 32°F (0°C) | 40°F (4°C) | 10.4" | 3.4" | 17.3 | 0.0 |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 36°F (2°C) | 46°F (8°C) | 6.7" | 0.2" | 6.8 | 0.0 |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 42°F (5°C) | 53°F (12°C) | 4.5" | 0.0" | 1.1 | 0.2 |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 47°F (8°C) | 57°F (14°C) | 3.3" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.3 |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 51°F (11°C) | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 1.5 |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 51°F (11°C) | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 1.1 |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 47°F (8°C) | 58°F (14°C) | 4.8" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.2 |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 41°F (5°C) | 48°F (9°C) | 10.5" | 0.0" | 1.9 | 0.0 |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 34°F (1°C) | 39°F (4°C) | 16.0" | 2.2" | 11.1 | 0.0 |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 30°F (-1°C) | 34°F (1°C) | 14.2" | 12.9" | 21.9 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall and snowfall
January 15.3"
Snow: 13.1"
20.8 days with precipitation
February 8.8"
Snow: 10.6"
17.2 days with precipitation
March 10.4"
Snow: 3.4"
20.5 days with precipitation
April 6.7"
Snow: 0.2"
17.8 days with precipitation
May 4.5"
14.2 days with precipitation
June 3.3"
13.6 days with precipitation
July 1.8"
7.0 days with precipitation
August 1.9"
6.5 days with precipitation
September 4.8"
11.2 days with precipitation
October 10.5"
17.4 days with precipitation
November 16.0"
Snow: 2.2"
21.3 days with precipitation
December 14.2"
Snow: 12.9"
20.9 days with precipitation
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
October 29
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
April 24
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
6,468
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
87
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
August
Coldest Month
January
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Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Upper Baker Dam, WA
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Upper Baker Dam, Washington as a location with an annual average temperature of 47°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 56°F to a mean daily low of 39°F. August is typically the warmest month of the year, while January is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USC00458715, smooth out year-to-year variability and give a baseline expectation for typical conditions in any given month.
Precipitation patterns matter as much as temperature for anyone planning to live, garden, or travel here. Upper Baker Dam receives roughly 98.2 inches of precipitation each year, with 42.4 inches typically falling as snow. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near April 24 and the first fall freeze near October 29. For energy use, 6,468 heating degree days and 87 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Upper Baker Dam scores 42/100 (Moderate), a blended measure that weighs temperature mildness, precipitation moderation, and extreme-weather frequency against one another. Use the monthly tables above to plan around specific windows — shoulder seasons for mild highs and lows, peak summer for August-driven heat, or deep winter for January-driven cold. All figures here are thirty-year averages: any single year may run warmer, wetter, drier, or cooler than the normal, so treat them as planning guidance rather than forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Upper Baker Dam, WA? ▼
The average annual temperature in Upper Baker Dam, Washington is 47°F. The warmest month averages 75°F (24°C) and the coldest averages 29°F (-2°C).
How much rain does Upper Baker Dam get? ▼
Upper Baker Dam receives 98.2 inches of precipitation annually, including 42.4 inches of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Upper Baker Dam? ▼
Upper Baker Dam has a climate comfort score of 42/100 (Moderate). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Upper Baker Dam? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Upper Baker Dam.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Upper Baker Dam? ▼
Upper Baker Dam has 6,468 heating degree days and 87 cooling degree days annually. Higher heating degree days indicate greater winter energy demand, while higher cooling degree days indicate greater summer cooling needs.
Where does this Upper Baker Dam climate data come from? ▼
All climate data comes from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1, covering the 30-year period from 1991 to 2020. Data is collected from weather station USC00458715. These 30-year averages are the standard reference for typical weather conditions.
Data Sources
Data source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1 (1991-2020). Station: USC00458715. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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