Watonwan County Climate
Watonwan County, Minnesota
Avg Annual Temp
45.4°F
Annual Precip
33.1"
Annual Snowfall
50.3"
Extreme Heat Days
11.7
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Watonwan County Weather
Watonwan's Place in the National Climate
Watonwan’s 45.4°F average temperature sits below the national median. This reflects a humid continental climate with significant seasonal variation and four distinct periods.
A Warm Pocket in Southern Minnesota
The county is notably warmer than the state average of 42.8°F. It ranks among the warmer southern tier counties in Minnesota due to its lower latitude.
Dampness Compared to Western Neighbors
The county receives 33.1 inches of precipitation annually. This makes it wetter than Yellow Medicine County to the west, which sees only 28.3 inches.
Deep Snow and Summer Spells
Residents face a winter average of 18.0°F and 50.3 inches of snow. July brings heat, with 12 days typically reaching 90°F or above.
Preparing for the Watonwan Elements
Efficient heating is a priority for the 14.3°F January lows. Residents should also maintain heavy-duty snow blowers for the 50.3-inch annual average.
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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.