Big Stone County Climate
Big Stone County, Minnesota
Avg Annual Temp
44.7°F
Annual Precip
25.9"
Annual Snowfall
43.3"
Extreme Heat Days
5.9
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Big Stone County Weather
Prairie Climate Below National Averages
Big Stone County averages 44.7°F annually, about 8 degrees below the national median. Its location on the western border subjects it to open prairie winds and high seasonal variance.
A Warmer Pocket in Minnesota
At 44.7°F, Big Stone is nearly 2 degrees warmer than the state average of 42.8°F. It is part of the warmer southwestern tier of the state.
Drier and Warmer Than the North
The county is significantly warmer than Becker (40.5°F) and drier than Anoka, receiving only 25.9 inches of precipitation. Snowfall remains significant at 43.3 inches per year.
Warm Summers and Moderate Snowfall
July is warm at 72.5°F with 6 days of extreme heat. Winters average 16.3°F, providing a slightly more temperate experience than northern Minnesota counties.
Planning for Wind and Dry Spells
Residents should plan for lower precipitation and potential prairie winds by using windbreaks and drought-resistant landscaping. Winter heating remains a priority for the 12.8°F January lows.
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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.