Dalton, Nebraska has a Cold Semi-Arid Climate climate (Köppen classification: BSk). Average annual temperatures range from 35.1 °F (low) to 62.4 °F (high). Annual precipitation averages 19.5 Inches. Dalton is located in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 5b. The growing season typically runs from the last frost around May 11 - May 20 through the first frost around Sep. 21 - Sep. 30.
| Month | Avg. Low | Avg. High | Avg. Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.0 °F | 40.2 °F | 0.37 in. |
| February | 17.6 °F | 42.7 °F | 0.62 in. |
| March | 24.6 °F | 52.2 °F | 0.98 in. |
| April | 31.8 °F | 59.5 °F | 2.21 in. |
| May | 42.1 °F | 69.0 °F | 2.99 in. |
| June | 52.2 °F | 80.5 °F | 3.06 in. |
| July | 58.6 °F | 87.9 °F | 2.66 in. |
| August | 56.2 °F | 85.8 °F | 2.0 in. |
| September | 46.9 °F | 77.1 °F | 1.88 in. |
| October | 34.5 °F | 62.9 °F | 1.55 in. |
| November | 24.0 °F | 50.3 °F | 0.63 in. |
| December | 16.1 °F | 40.5 °F | 0.59 in. |
| Annual | 35.1 °F | 62.4 °F | 19.54 in. |
| Average First Frost Date | Sep. 21 - Sep. 30 |
| Average Last Frost Date | May 11 - May 20 |
| Average Days With Frost | 150-180 Days |
| Plant Hardiness Zone | Zone 5b : -15°F to -10°F |
| Plant Hardiness Zone - 2012 | Zone 5b : -15°F to -10°F |
| Current Drought Conditions | Exceptional Drought |
| Köppen Climate Classification | BSk - Cold Semi-Arid Climate |