Minatare, Nebraska has a Cold Semi-Arid Climate climate (Köppen classification: BSk). Average annual temperatures range from 34.8 °F (low) to 63.7 °F (high). Annual precipitation averages 14.8 Inches. Minatare 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 | 14.8 °F | 40.3 °F | 0.27 in. |
| February | 16.9 °F | 43.3 °F | 0.39 in. |
| March | 24.7 °F | 53.2 °F | 0.77 in. |
| April | 32.6 °F | 60.9 °F | 1.59 in. |
| May | 43.3 °F | 70.8 °F | 2.89 in. |
| June | 53.2 °F | 82.7 °F | 2.74 in. |
| July | 59.4 °F | 90.0 °F | 1.56 in. |
| August | 56.8 °F | 87.9 °F | 1.28 in. |
| September | 46.7 °F | 79.2 °F | 1.35 in. |
| October | 33.2 °F | 64.4 °F | 1.09 in. |
| November | 22.1 °F | 51.1 °F | 0.47 in. |
| December | 13.7 °F | 40.7 °F | 0.36 in. |
| Annual | 34.8 °F | 63.7 °F | 14.76 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 |