Newton County Climate
Newton County, Indiana
Avg Annual Temp
51.0°F
Annual Precip
40.1"
Annual Snowfall
29.7"
Extreme Heat Days
23.3
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Newton County Weather
Northern Chills Below the National Median
Newton County averages 51.0°F annually, staying cooler than the national median. This northern Indiana climate is characterized by sharp seasonal swings and significant winter moisture.
Cooler Than the Indiana Average
The county's 51.0°F average sits below the statewide mean of 52.2°F. This cooler ranking reflects its position in the northern reaches of the state where winters are more impactful.
Significant Snow Compared to Southern Neighbors
Newton is much snowier than southern neighbor Parke County, recording 29.7 inches of snow compared to Parke's 20.4. Despite the cold, Newton still sees 23 days of extreme heat, outpacing Montgomery County's 12 days.
Deep Winter Freezes and Intense Summer Heat
Winters are cold with a January average of 24.8°F and a heavy 29.7 inches of snow. However, summers still get intense, recording 23 days where temperatures climb above 90°F.
Heavy Snow Removal and Thermal Insulation
Heavy-duty snow removal equipment is a must for the nearly 30 inches of annual snowfall. Homeowners should also ensure high-quality insulation to manage the wide gap between deep winter freezes and 90-degree summer days.
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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.