Fulton County Climate
Fulton County, Indiana
Avg Annual Temp
50.2°F
Annual Precip
40.8"
Annual Snowfall
30.1"
Extreme Heat Days
12.7
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Fulton County Weather
Colder and Snowier than the National Average
Fulton County averages 50.2°F annually, making it significantly cooler than the 53.8°F national median. The county is characterized by its cold winters and a higher-than-average snowfall for the midwestern United States.
Below Average Temperatures for the State
The county's 50.2°F average temperature puts it two degrees below the Indiana state average of 52.2°F. Precipitation also lags slightly behind the state mark, with 40.8 inches recorded annually.
Heavy Snow Compared to Central Neighbors
Fulton receives 30.1 inches of snow annually, which is notably higher than the 24.5 inches found in nearby Grant County. Its winter temperatures are among the coldest in the region, averaging just 27.5°F.
Short Warm Summers and Long Snowy Winters
Summer heat is limited, with only 13 days a year reaching above 90°F and a July average of 73.0°F. Winter is the dominant season, bringing 30 inches of snow and average January lows near 24.6°F.
Snow Equipment and Winter Home Sealing
With 30.1 inches of snow, a reliable snowblower is a standard necessity for Fulton County residents. Energy efficiency efforts should focus on heating and sealing windows against the cold 27.5°F winter average.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.