Koochiching County Climate
Koochiching County, Minnesota
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
37.6°F
Annual Precip
26.7"
Annual Snowfall
63.8"
Extreme Heat Days
3
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
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Growing Season & Gardening
3b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
1,594
Favors cool-season crops
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Climate Advisory: Koochiching County
Climate Verdict
Koochiching County has a cold, with an average annual temperature of 37.6°F, moderate rainfall of 26.7 inches per year, rare extreme heat with only 2.533333333333333 days above 90°F annually, heavy winter snowfall averaging 63.8 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are severe, with January averaging a frigid 4.6°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 65.2°F. Residents experience a substantial 61°F difference between winter and summer.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Koochiching County is 5.2°F cooler than the Minnesota statewide average of 42.8°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Minnesota.
Climate Profile
About Koochiching County Weather
Among the nation's coldest counties
Koochiching County averages just 37.6°F annually, placing it among the coldest inhabited regions in the contiguous United States. This temperature is roughly 16 degrees lower than the national median.
Trailing the state temperature average
At 37.6°F, the county sits more than five degrees below the Minnesota state average of 42.8°F. It frequently records some of the lowest daily temperatures in the entire state.
Snowier than the western plains
Koochiching receives 63.8 inches of snow annually, far exceeding the totals found in western neighbors like Kittson. Its annual precipitation of 26.7 inches is slightly below the state average but remains consistent for the region.
Long winters and brief summers
Winter temperatures average a frigid 8.6°F from December through February. Summers are mild and comfortable, with only 3 days per year reaching 90°F and a July average of 65.2°F.
Engine heaters and snow blowers
The 63.8 inches of annual snow requires reliable clearing equipment and winter tires for all residents. Given the extreme cold, high-efficiency HVAC systems and backup generators are essential for safety during the long winter months.
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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.