Faribault County Climate
Faribault County, Minnesota
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
45.5°F
Annual Precip
33.9"
Annual Snowfall
45.2"
Extreme Heat Days
10
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
5a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,738
Supports most vegetables & fruits
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Climate Advisory: Faribault County
Climate Verdict
Faribault County has a cool, averaging 45.5°F annually, moderate rainfall of 33.9 inches per year, rare extreme heat with only 9.95 days above 90°F annually, moderate snowfall of 45.2 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 14.4°F. summers are warm — July averages 72.2°F. Residents experience a substantial 58°F difference between winter and summer.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Faribault County closely matches the Minnesota statewide average temperature of 42.8°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Minnesota.
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.
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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.