Broadwater, Nebraska has a Cold Semi-Arid Climate climate (Köppen classification: BSk). Average annual temperatures range from 33.6 °F (low) to 63.9 °F (high). Annual precipitation averages 15.9 Inches. Broadwater is located in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 5a. The growing season typically runs from the last frost around May 1 - May 10 through the first frost around Oct. 1 - Oct. 10.
| Month | Avg. Low | Avg. High | Avg. Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11.7 °F | 40.2 °F | 0.25 in. |
| February | 14.5 °F | 43.5 °F | 0.33 in. |
| March | 23.2 °F | 53.9 °F | 0.64 in. |
| April | 31.7 °F | 61.6 °F | 1.45 in. |
| May | 42.5 °F | 70.8 °F | 2.8 in. |
| June | 53.0 °F | 83.0 °F | 2.9 in. |
| July | 59.1 °F | 90.0 °F | 2.4 in. |
| August | 56.4 °F | 87.8 °F | 1.7 in. |
| September | 46.0 °F | 79.2 °F | 1.62 in. |
| October | 32.0 °F | 64.5 °F | 1.03 in. |
| November | 20.7 °F | 51.6 °F | 0.48 in. |
| December | 12.2 °F | 40.7 °F | 0.28 in. |
| Annual | 33.6 °F | 63.9 °F | 15.88 in. |
| Average First Frost Date | Oct. 1 - Oct. 10 |
| Average Last Frost Date | May 1 - May 10 |
| Average Days With Frost | 150-180 Days |
| Plant Hardiness Zone | Zone 5a : -20°F to -15°F |
| Plant Hardiness Zone - 2012 | Zone 5a : -20°F to -15°F |
| Current Drought Conditions | Exceptional Drought |
| Köppen Climate Classification | BSk - Cold Semi-Arid Climate |