Sauk County Climate

Sauk County, Wisconsin

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec46.5°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

46.5°F

Annual Precip

37.3"

Annual Snowfall

43.3"

Extreme Heat Days

8.06

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
1.3"
1.3"
2.1"
3.9"
4.2"
5.4"
4.7"
4.4"
3.7"
2.7"
2.1"
1.6"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring34°58°10.1"Summer68°71°14.5"Fall36°62°8.5"Winter18°24°4.1"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 18% of US counties
Wetter than 39% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 83% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Sauk County Weather

Diverse Weather in the Heartland

Sauk County's 46.5°F average temperature sits below the national median but represents a warmer pocket of the Midwest. The climate brings significant variety to the weather year-round.

Warmer and Wetter Than Average

Sauk ranks warmer than the state average of 44.4°F, benefiting from its southern-central location. It also sees higher-than-average precipitation at 37.3 inches annually.

Warmer Than Many Nearby Counties

The county is slightly warmer than its neighbor Richland to the west. It balances moderate snowfall with a relatively high number of warm summer days for the region.

Hot Summers and Chilly Winters

The county experiences 8 days of extreme heat annually, with July temperatures averaging 71.3°F. Winter brings 43.3 inches of snow and a chilly December-to-February average of 21.5°F.

Invest in Versatile Home HVAC

A versatile HVAC system is necessary to handle the 71.3°F July peaks and 18.1°F January lows. Outdoor planning should account for the 43.3 inches of snow that falls each season.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Sauk County?
The average annual temperature in Sauk County, WI is 46.5°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Sauk County get?
Sauk County receives an average of 37.3 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
Does it snow in Sauk County?
Yes, Sauk County receives an average of 43.3 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Sauk County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Sauk County is 69.4°F. The county experiences an average of 8.06 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Sauk County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Sauk County is 21.5°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 18.1°F.

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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.

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