Starke County Climate
Starke County, Indiana
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
49.5°F
Annual Precip
42.0"
Annual Snowfall
28.8"
Extreme Heat Days
7
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
5b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,926
Supports most vegetables & fruits
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Starke County
Climate Verdict
Starke County has a cool, averaging 49.5°F annually, moderately wet with 42.0 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 7 days above 90°F annually, moderate snowfall of 28.8 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 23.8°F. summers are warm — July averages 72.1°F. The 48°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Starke County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Starke County closely matches the Indiana statewide average temperature of 52.4°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Indiana.
Climate Profile
About Starke County Weather
Cooler Than the National Average
Starke County records an annual average temperature of 49.5°F, trailing the national median. This reflects its position in the upper Midwest's colder climate zone.
Cooler Than the Indiana Norm
The county is nearly three degrees cooler than the state average of 52.2°F. It belongs to the colder northern half of Indiana's weather map.
Milder Than St. Joseph County
Starke is slightly warmer than its neighbor St. Joseph but stays much cooler than southern counties like Scott. It sits in a transition zone for northern Indiana snowfall.
Significant Snow with Rare Heat
Winter brings 28.8 inches of snow and a January average of 23.8°F. Extreme heat is rare here, with only 7 days per year reaching 90°F.
Plan for Winter Road Safety
Prepare for nearly 29 inches of snow with good winter tires and reliable shovels. You can save on cooling costs as the county sees very few extreme heat days.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.