Pope County Climate
Pope County, Minnesota
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
43.3°F
Annual Precip
26.4"
Annual Snowfall
46.3"
Extreme Heat Days
9
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
4b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,387
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Pope County
Climate Verdict
Pope County has a cool, averaging 43.3°F annually, moderate rainfall of 26.4 inches per year, rare extreme heat with only 9 days above 90°F annually, moderate snowfall of 46.3 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 12.1°F. summers are warm — July averages 70.4°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
Pope County closely matches the Minnesota statewide average temperature of 42.8°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Minnesota.
Climate Profile
About Pope County Weather
Substantial Seasonal Variation
Pope County’s 43.3°F annual average is more than 10 degrees below the national median of 54°F. It averages 26.4 inches of precipitation, typical for the Upper Midwest.
Aligning With the State Average
The county's average temperature of 43.3°F sits just above the Minnesota state average of 42.8°F. Its 26.4 inches of precipitation is slightly below the state average of 30.0 inches.
Moderate Compared to Neighbors
Pope is warmer than Polk County but cooler than Pipestone. It records 46.3 inches of snow, which is higher than neighboring Renville County's 37.7 inches.
Snowy Winters and Sunny Julys
Winter brings 46.3 inches of snow and a January average of 12.1°F. Summers are pleasant with a July average of 70.4°F and 9 days of extreme heat over 90°F.
Invest in Snow Removal
Residents need reliable snow blowers to manage the 46.3 inches of annual snowfall. HVAC systems must be robust enough to handle the transition from 15.5°F winters to 90°F heat spikes.
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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.