Weather & Climate in De Soto, WI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
De Soto experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. The area receives 34.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 746 feet.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 746 ft (227 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 428/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4291°N, 91.1963°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Allamakee County County |
| Nearest Airport | La Crosse Regional (LSE) 31 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 38.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 55.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 40.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
353 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 8 fatalities, 166 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 19, 1957 | EF4 | 95 km | 21.1 mi | 1 |
| May 10, 1953 | EF4 | 97 km | 162.0 mi | 2 |
| Aug 7, 2021 | EF3 | 51 km | 9.4 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1994 | EF3 | 86 km | 23.0 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1985 | EF3 | 70 km | 34.0 mi | 2 |
| Jun 5, 1980 | EF3 | 27 km | 26.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 1971 | EF3 | 64 km | 0.1 mi | 1 |
| May 5, 1965 | EF3 | 67 km | 65.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1964 | EF3 | 52 km | 17.1 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1959 | EF3 | 66 km | 34.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1957 | EF3 | 70 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1953 | EF3 | 54 km | 6.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 2022 | EF2 | 75 km | 22.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 29, 2014 | EF2 | 78 km | 29.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 29, 2014 | EF2 | 94 km | 5.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 2014 | EF2 | 95 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 4, 2012 | EF2 | 60 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2011 | EF2 | 85 km | 64.5 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2011 | EF2 | 41 km | 13.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 18, 2005 | EF2 | 36 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.2 in |
De Soto has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 19°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.5") and February the driest (1.2").