Scott County Climate
Scott County, Minnesota
Avg Annual Temp
44.2°F
Annual Precip
33.3"
Annual Snowfall
39.8"
Extreme Heat Days
6.2
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Scott County Weather
Classic Continental Climate Variation
Scott County averages 44.2°F annually, staying about 10 degrees cooler than the national median. The region experiences a humid continental climate with a significant 33.3 inches of annual precipitation.
Leading the State in Warmth
With an annual average of 44.2°F, Scott County is warmer than the state average of 42.8°F. It also receives more moisture than the typical Minnesota county, exceeding the state average by 3.3 inches.
Warmer Than Northern Metro Peers
Scott County is generally warmer and wetter than Sherburne County to the north. While it shares the 13.6°F January average with Sibley County, its proximity to the Twin Cities urban heat island can occasionally influence local readings.
Significant Snow and Rising Heat
The county balances 39.8 inches of annual snowfall with 6 extreme heat days above 90°F. Summer averages reach a comfortable 68.8°F, though July can peak near 71°F.
Preparing for Wet Snow
Homeowners should prepare for nearly 40 inches of snow and slightly higher-than-average humidity. Modern HVAC systems should be rated for both the sub-zero January lows and the week of 90°F summer heat.
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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.