Racine County Climate
Racine County, Wisconsin
Avg Annual Temp
47.0°F
Annual Precip
34.8"
Annual Snowfall
39.7"
Extreme Heat Days
7.1499999999999995
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Racine County Weather
Temperate Great Lakes Coastal Climate
Racine County averages 47.0°F annually, staying cooler than the national median but warmer than much of the Upper Midwest. Its position on Lake Michigan helps moderate the local climate.
One of Wisconsin's Warmest Counties
The county ranks as one of Wisconsin's warmest, exceeding the state average of 44.4°F by nearly 3 degrees. It experiences some of the mildest winters in the state.
Mirroring Neighbors Along the Lake
Racine receives 34.8 inches of precipitation, which is very similar to its southern neighbor, Kenosha County. It typically sees less snow than inland counties located further west.
Warm Summers and Moderate Snowfall
Summers bring 7 days over 90°F and a July average of 71.0°F. Winters are manageable by state standards, seeing 39.7 inches of snow and a 21.2°F January average.
Prepare for Humidity and Lake Snow
Efficient air conditioning is a smart investment for the humid July heat. Residents should also prepare for lake-effect snow events that contribute to the 39.7-inch annual total.
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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.