Potter, Nebraska has a Cold Semi-Arid Climate climate (Köppen classification: BSk). Average annual temperatures range from 33.6 °F (low) to 62.9 °F (high). Annual precipitation averages 17.2 Inches. Potter is located in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 5a. 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 | 14.4 °F | 40.9 °F | 0.26 in. |
| February | 15.9 °F | 43.2 °F | 0.54 in. |
| March | 23.3 °F | 52.7 °F | 0.83 in. |
| April | 30.3 °F | 59.8 °F | 1.81 in. |
| May | 40.9 °F | 68.8 °F | 2.75 in. |
| June | 51.1 °F | 81.2 °F | 2.79 in. |
| July | 57.6 °F | 88.5 °F | 2.28 in. |
| August | 55.0 °F | 86.6 °F | 2.13 in. |
| September | 45.7 °F | 78.0 °F | 1.5 in. |
| October | 32.7 °F | 63.8 °F | 1.29 in. |
| November | 22.0 °F | 50.7 °F | 0.55 in. |
| December | 14.1 °F | 41.1 °F | 0.46 in. |
| Annual | 33.6 °F | 62.9 °F | 17.19 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 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 |