Freeborn County Climate
Freeborn County, Minnesota
Avg Annual Temp
45.2°F
Annual Precip
35.8"
Annual Snowfall
39.5"
Extreme Heat Days
8.3
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Freeborn County Weather
A Balanced Continental Profile
Freeborn County’s 45.2°F annual average is below the national median but typical for the Upper Midwest. It receives 35.8 inches of precipitation, making it one of the wetter counties in the region.
Warmer and Wetter than Minnesota
Freeborn is warmer than the state average of 42.8°F and receives nearly six inches more annual precipitation. This combination supports the county's productive agricultural environment.
Regional Precipitation Leader
Freeborn is wetter than Dakota County and significantly wetter than Douglas County to the northwest. Its 39.5 inches of snow is lower than many neighbors, making it slightly easier to manage in winter.
Hot Summers and Brisk Winters
Summers reach 90°F an average of eight times per year, with a July average of 72.0°F. Winter remains cold, with an average temperature of 17.9°F from December through February.
Seasonal Gear for High Moisture
Prepare for wet springs and snowy winters by maintaining reliable vehicles and waterproof boots. Homeowners should plan for significant humidity during the warm 72.0°F July peaks.
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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.