Gurley, Nebraska has a Cold Semi-Arid Climate climate (Köppen classification: BSk). Average annual temperatures range from 34.9 °F (low) to 62.4 °F (high). Annual precipitation averages 18.5 Inches. Gurley 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 Oct. 1 - Oct. 10.
| Month | Avg. Low | Avg. High | Avg. Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.7 °F | 40.4 °F | 0.33 in. |
| February | 17.3 °F | 42.7 °F | 0.54 in. |
| March | 24.3 °F | 52.2 °F | 0.96 in. |
| April | 31.6 °F | 59.4 °F | 1.99 in. |
| May | 42.0 °F | 68.9 °F | 2.94 in. |
| June | 52.2 °F | 80.5 °F | 3.08 in. |
| July | 58.6 °F | 87.9 °F | 2.54 in. |
| August | 56.2 °F | 85.9 °F | 2.02 in. |
| September | 47.0 °F | 77.1 °F | 1.68 in. |
| October | 34.2 °F | 63.0 °F | 1.35 in. |
| November | 23.6 °F | 50.3 °F | 0.56 in. |
| December | 15.7 °F | 40.6 °F | 0.5 in. |
| Annual | 34.9 °F | 62.4 °F | 18.49 in. |
| Average First Frost Date | Oct. 1 - Oct. 10 |
| 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 5a : -20°F to -15°F |
| Current Drought Conditions | Exceptional Drought |
| Köppen Climate Classification | BSk - Cold Semi-Arid Climate |