Pine County Climate
Pine County, Minnesota
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
40.7°F
Annual Precip
33.3"
Annual Snowfall
54.5"
Extreme Heat Days
3
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
4a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
1,857
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Pine County
Climate Verdict
Pine County has a cool, averaging 40.7°F annually, moderate rainfall of 33.3 inches per year, rare extreme heat with only 3.033333333333333 days above 90°F annually, moderate snowfall of 54.5 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 10.0°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 67.2°F. Residents experience a substantial 57°F difference between winter and summer.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Pine County closely matches the Minnesota statewide average temperature of 42.8°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Minnesota.
Climate Profile
About Pine County Weather
Boreal-Influenced Northern Climate
Pine's 40.7°F average temperature is significantly lower than the national median. It experiences a climate with long, snowy winters and very mild summers.
Cooler Than the State Average
The county stays about 2 degrees cooler than the Minnesota state average. It is consistently cooler than its southern neighbors closer to the Twin Cities.
Leading the Region in Snowfall
Pine is a snow leader, receiving 54.5 inches annually—the highest among these counties. It is also wetter than the state average with 33.3 inches of precipitation.
The Most Snow in the Group
Summers are very mild with only 3 days of extreme heat. January averages 10.0°F, and the overall winter average stays low at 13.9°F.
Focus on Heavy Snow Management
Snow removal strategy is the top priority for the 54.5-inch annual total. Energy-efficient windows help mitigate the impact of the cold 13.9°F 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.