Jackson County Climate
Jackson County, Wisconsin
Avg Annual Temp
43.9°F
Annual Precip
36.0"
Annual Snowfall
44.5"
Extreme Heat Days
5.8
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Jackson County Weather
Classic Upper Midwest Weather
Jackson County’s 43.9°F average temperature is nearly 10 degrees lower than the national median. This reflects a climate of cold winters and mild, humid summers.
Representing the Wisconsin Standard
The county’s 43.9°F average is nearly identical to the Wisconsin state average of 44.4°F. It serves as a reliable benchmark for typical Central Wisconsin weather patterns.
Typical Central Wisconsin Patterns
Jackson County is slightly cooler than Juneau County, which averages 45.4°F. Its 36 inches of annual precipitation is very close to the state average of 34.5 inches.
Crisp Winters and Humid Summers
January lows average 14.8°F, contributing to 44.5 inches of annual snowfall. Summers are comfortable with a 69.5°F July average and only 6 days of extreme 90°F heat.
Versatile Gear for Seasonal Swings
Residents need a four-season wardrobe to handle the 55-degree swing between January and July. Standard home heating systems must be robust enough for the 18.2°F winter 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.