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Weather & Climate in Bruce, WI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bruce has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches. The area receives 49.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 1,099 feet.
Temperature
14°F Jan (-10°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 43.4°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,099 ft (335 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 368/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4635°N, 91.2793°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Rusk County County |
| Nearest Airport | Rice Lake Regional/Carl's Field (RIE) 24 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 37.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 54.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 60.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
232 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 17 fatalities, 286 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jul 30, 1977 | EF4 | 45 km | 19.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 4, 1958 | EF4 | 77 km | 59.2 mi | 4 |
| Jun 4, 1958 | EF4 | 61 km | 11.1 mi | 3 |
| Sep 24, 2019 | EF3 | 74 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 2017 | EF3 | 73 km | 82.5 mi | 1 |
| Sep 2, 2002 | EF3 | 12 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 27, 1994 | EF3 | 91 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Jun 8, 1985 | EF3 | 82 km | 68.0 mi | 2 |
| Jul 15, 1980 | EF3 | 73 km | 1.0 mi | 1 |
| Jul 30, 1977 | EF3 | 81 km | 9.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 28, 1971 | EF3 | 64 km | 49.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 4, 1958 | EF3 | 58 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2021 | EF2 | 67 km | 7.4 mi | 0 |
| Jul 27, 2010 | EF2 | 99 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| Sep 2, 2002 | EF2 | 48 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1998 | EF2 | 75 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1997 | EF2 | 97 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1994 | EF2 | 71 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1994 | EF2 | 27 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 11, 1990 | EF2 | 29 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
3 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: RILEY (1,254 acres, 2019).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2019 | RILEY | 1,254 | 95 km |
| 2007 | PIONEER FIRE | 1,072 | 87 km |
| 2022 | UNNAMED | 702 | 97 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-9°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 16°F (-9°C) | 1.3 in |
Bruce has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 14°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (0.8").