Geography of North Dakota
Geography of North Dakota: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of North Dakota
South Dakota is 170 mi to the south, Badlands National Park is 218 mi to the south, Mount Rushmore is 240 mi to the south-west and Custer State Park is 246 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 46°48′29.9″N 100°47′1.3″W (46.8083, -100.7837)
Quick facts about North Dakota
| Type | State |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 46°48′29.9″N 100°47′1.3″W (46.8083, -100.7837) |
| Capital | Bismarck |
| Population | 780.000 |
| Area | 70.698 sq mi |
| Abbreviation | ND |
| Time zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 3:02 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | June, July and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Geography by national park in North Dakota
1 national parks mapped in this atlas
Summary
North Dakota is a state in United States. North Dakota is a US state with its capital at Bismarck. It has a population of about 780.000. The capital is Bismarck.
Right now it is 37°F (3°C) in North Dakota with overcast. It feels like 30°F. Today runs from 24°F to 48°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.6/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit North Dakota is June, July and September. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 7°F.
Nearby highlights include Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Badlands National Park, Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 48°F is 11°F below the 59°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in North Dakota today at 9.6/10. Overnight lows near 24°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in North Dakota month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23° | 7° | 0,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 32° | 13° | 0,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 45° | 22° | 0,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 54° | 33° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 67° | 46° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 74° | 55° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 84° | 64° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 80° | 60° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 75° | 55° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 59° | 40° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 41° | 25° | 0,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 31° | 14° | 0,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is North Dakota?
North Dakota is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 46.8083, -100.7837. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in North Dakota right now?
It is currently 37°F (3°C) with overcast. Humidity is 62% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit North Dakota?
June, July and September offer the most comfortable conditions in North Dakota, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is North Dakota in?
North Dakota observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 3:02 AM.
How many people live in North Dakota?
North Dakota has a population of approximately 780.000.
What are the top things to do in North Dakota?
Popular options include Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Badlands National Park, Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park.
What places are in North Dakota?
North Dakota covers 1 places in this atlas, including Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 26, 2026 at 3:02 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
