Chisago County Climate
Chisago County, Minnesota
Avg Annual Temp
43.7°F
Annual Precip
32.8"
Annual Snowfall
51.6"
Extreme Heat Days
11.85
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Chisago County Weather
A Balanced Northern Continental Climate
Chisago County's annual average temperature of 43.7°F is typical for the Upper Midwest but below the national median. The county experiences the full range of four distinct seasons with significant temperature swings.
Warmer and Wetter than the Minnesota Baseline
Chisago stays about one degree warmer than the 42.8°F state average. It also sees 32.8 inches of annual precipitation, making it wetter than the typical Minnesota county.
Comparison with the Twin Cities Fringe
Chisago is slightly cooler than neighboring Carver County but wetter than western counties like Chippewa. It sits in a high-moisture belt that supports lush summer greenery.
Twelve Days of Heat and Fifty Inches of Snow
The county balances 12 extreme heat days in the summer with a July average of 70.8°F. Winter remains cold with a 12.3°F January average and 51.6 inches of annual snowfall.
Prepare for Humid Summers and Heavy Snow
Residents should ensure their homes are equipped with both reliable air conditioning and heavy-duty snow removal tools. The 32.8 inches of annual precipitation requires well-maintained roofing and drainage to prevent water damage during spring thaws.
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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.