Tippecanoe County Climate
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
Avg Annual Temp
51.1°F
Annual Precip
38.8"
Annual Snowfall
19.7"
Extreme Heat Days
17.566666666666666
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Tippecanoe County Weather
A Classic Midwestern Continental Climate
With an average temperature of 51.1°F, Tippecanoe County is slightly cooler than the national median. This humid continental climate experiences distinct seasonal transitions throughout the year.
Cooler and Drier Than State Averages
The county sits below the Indiana state average temperature of 52.2°F. It also receives 38.8 inches of annual precipitation, which is roughly five inches less than the state average.
Drier Conditions than Eastern Neighbors
Tippecanoe stays drier than neighboring Tipton County, which sees over 42 inches of rain. It shares a similar winter profile with local peers, averaging about 28.3°F during the coldest months.
Cold Winters and Managed Summer Heat
Summers are manageable with 18 days reaching 90°F or higher. Winters bring a consistent chill, dropping to a January average of 25.2°F with nearly 20 inches of annual snowfall.
Prepare for Chilly January Nights
Residents should prioritize home insulation for the cold 25.2°F January nights. A moderate 19.7 inches of snow means a reliable shovel is necessary, though extreme heat is less frequent here than in southern Indiana.
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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.