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Weather & Climate in Bigelow, MN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bigelow has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches. The area receives 45.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,646 feet.
Temperature
14°F Jan (-10°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,646 ft (502 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 690/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5053°N, 95.6892°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Osceola County County |
| Nearest Airport | Joe Foss Field (FSD) 53 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 14.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 51.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 67.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.7.
| Jun 30, 2021 | 4 km E of Rembrandt, Iowa | M2.7 | 89 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
582 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 14 fatalities, 306 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF5 | 42 km | 16.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 13, 1968 | EF5 | 74 km | 9.1 mi | 9 |
| Jun 25, 2010 | EF4 | 22 km | 13.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 1998 | EF4 | 51 km | 73.5 mi | 1 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF4 | 52 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 1952 | EF4 | 85 km | 24.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 1, 2006 | EF3 | 89 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 11, 2004 | EF3 | 86 km | 6.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 7, 1994 | EF3 | 14 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF3 | 67 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF3 | 81 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF3 | 97 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1985 | EF3 | 55 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1980 | EF3 | 59 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1978 | EF3 | 73 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 10, 1977 | EF3 | 80 km | 14.9 mi | 0 |
| Oct 1, 1971 | EF3 | 56 km | 11.2 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1971 | EF3 | 33 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1971 | EF3 | 38 km | 46.5 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1971 | EF3 | 23 km | 8.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
1 wildfire (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: DEWEYS PASTURE (641 acres, 2008).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2008 | DEWEYS PASTURE | 641 | 71 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.8 in |
Bigelow has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 14°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (0.6").