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Weather & Climate in Bigfork, MN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bigfork has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches. The area receives 64.1 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 1,316 feet.
Temperature
6°F Jan (-15°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 38.4°F |
| 29% below US avg | |
| January Average | 6°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 249 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,316 ft (401 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 231/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.7469°N, 93.6533°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Itasca County County |
| Nearest Airport | Range Regional (HIB) 45 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 76.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 63.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 91.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
79 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 4 fatalities, 20 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 95 km | 12.5 mi | 1 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 64 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1991 | EF2 | 80 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1977 | EF2 | 59 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 1, 1973 | EF2 | 44 km | 54.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 6, 1959 | EF2 | 47 km | 30.3 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 2022 | EF1 | 48 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 26, 2021 | EF1 | 92 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 2019 | EF1 | 66 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 2018 | EF1 | 76 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 2018 | EF1 | 95 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 2018 | EF1 | 86 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 2018 | EF1 | 96 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 2017 | EF1 | 78 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 2016 | EF1 | 96 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 2016 | EF1 | 87 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 2016 | EF1 | 87 km | 8.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 29, 2013 | EF1 | 77 km | 12.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 2005 | EF1 | 69 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1993 | EF1 | 24 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
18 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,053 acres, 1992).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 4,053 | 100 km |
| 2018 | BOY RIVER | 3,546 | 75 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,181 | 83 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 1,986 | 90 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 1,874 | 86 km |
| 2010 | BOY RIVER - CORE 2010 | 1,872 | 75 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 1,835 | 76 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 1,777 | 77 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,775 | 84 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 1,637 | 83 km |
| 2004 | BLACKDUCK RIVER | 1,620 | 83 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 1,581 | 95 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 958 | 69 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 958 | 98 km |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 950 | 69 km |
| 2003 | FEN | 619 | 93 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 582 | 81 km |
| 2003 | BIG BOG | 503 | 88 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°F (-15°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 11°F (-12°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 24°F (-5°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 11°F (-12°C) | 0.9 in |
Bigfork has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F / from 6°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (0.6").