Faribault County Climate

Faribault County, Minnesota

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec45.5°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

45.5°F

Annual Precip

33.9"

Annual Snowfall

45.2"

Extreme Heat Days

9.95

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
0.8"
0.9"
1.7"
3.4"
4.5"
5.2"
4.5"
4.0"
3.6"
2.5"
1.6"
1.1"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring32°58°9.7"Summer69°72°13.7"Fall34°63°7.7"Winter14°21°2.8"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 15% of US counties
Wetter than 32% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 91% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Faribault County Weather

Temperate Relative to the North

Faribault County’s 45.5°F average annual temperature is cooler than the national median but high for its latitude. It is a wet region, seeing 33.9 inches of annual precipitation.

One of Minnesota's Warmer Spots

Faribault stays nearly three degrees warmer than the Minnesota state average of 42.8°F. It is also notably wetter, exceeding the state precipitation average by nearly four inches.

Southern Tier Warmth

The county shares similar temperature patterns with neighbor Freeborn County, though it receives slightly more snowfall. Its July average of 72.2°F makes it a prime location for regional agriculture.

Snowy Winters and Humid Summers

The county sees 10 days of extreme heat above 90°F and 45.2 inches of annual snowfall. January is cold with a 14.4°F average, contrasting sharply with the 72.2°F July heat.

Prepare for Snow and Humidity

Residents should invest in snow blowers to manage the 45.2 inches of annual snow. High-capacity cooling systems are recommended to handle the double-digit extreme heat days in summer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Faribault County?
The average annual temperature in Faribault County, MN is 45.5°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Faribault County get?
Faribault County receives an average of 33.9 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
Does it snow in Faribault County?
Yes, Faribault County receives an average of 45.2 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Faribault County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Faribault County is 70.2°F. The county experiences an average of 9.95 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Faribault County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Faribault County is 18.1°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 14.3°F.

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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.

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