Hensler, North Dakota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hensler, North Dakota
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Hensler at dusk, 2009
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 Hensler, North Dakota
Location in North Dakota
Hensler, North Dakota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Dakota |
| County | Oliver |
| Elevation | 1,713 ft (522 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 701 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1029403 |
Hensler is a small, quiet place in Oliver County, North Dakota, United States. It's not a city or town with its own government. Instead, it's an unincorporated community, which means it's a rural area without a local city council.
Hensler is located right next to the BNSF railroad tracks. It is also close to North Dakota Highway 200. This community is about 3.3 miles (5.3 km) southwest of a larger town called Washburn.
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What You'll Find in Hensler
Hensler might be small, but it has a few important things.
Local Services
You can find a county social services office here. This office helps people in the area with different needs.
Grain Elevator
Hensler also has a large building called a grain elevator. Farmers use this elevator to store their crops, like wheat or corn, after they harvest them. It's a key part of farming in the region.
Understanding Hensler's Climate
The weather in Hensler changes a lot throughout the year.
Temperature Swings
Summers in Hensler are usually warm or hot. They can also be humid, meaning the air feels sticky. Winters, on the other hand, are very cold. Sometimes they can be extremely cold.
Climate Type
Scientists use a system called Köppen Climate Classification to describe climates. Hensler has a "humid continental climate." This type of climate is often shown as "Dfb" on climate maps. It means there are big differences between summer and winter temperatures.
