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Weather & Climate in Farmington, MN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Farmington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°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 32.3 inches. The area receives 41.0 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 907 feet.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-9°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 45.7°F |
| 15% below US avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 907 ft (276 m) |
| Area | 14.9 sq mi (38.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,526/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6592°N, 93.1687°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Dakota County County |
| Nearest Airport | Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain (MSP) 16 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 89.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 92.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Very High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
2 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.1.
| Feb 9, 1994 | 6 km NNE of Blomkest, Minnesota | M3.1 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Apr 25, 2017 | Near Mankato, Minnesota | M2.8 | 85 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
540 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 62 fatalities, 1,266 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 4, 1958 | EF5 | 71 km | 33.7 mi | 21 |
| Jul 3, 1983 | EF4 | 64 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 1967 | EF4 | 100 km | 20.1 mi | 6 |
| May 6, 1965 | EF4 | 36 km | 6.9 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1965 | EF4 | 42 km | 6.8 mi | 3 |
| May 6, 1965 | EF4 | 48 km | 12.3 mi | 3 |
| May 6, 1965 | EF4 | 39 km | 17.3 mi | 6 |
| Sep 16, 1962 | EF4 | 96 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 1951 | EF4 | 98 km | 52.6 mi | 1 |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF3 | 89 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 2008 | EF3 | 59 km | 6.0 mi | 1 |
| Aug 24, 2006 | EF3 | 98 km | 33.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 29, 1998 | EF3 | 90 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 29, 1998 | EF3 | 72 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 1, 1997 | EF3 | 84 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF3 | 93 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 27, 1987 | EF3 | 37 km | 30.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 23, 1987 | EF3 | 60 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1984 | EF3 | 40 km | 5.5 mi | 1 |
| Jun 14, 1981 | EF3 | 20 km | 16.2 mi | 1 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNITS 37 38 39 A (4,879 acres, 2003).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2003 | UNITS 37 38 39 A | 4,879 | 99 km |
| 2007 | WUI 07 - UNIT 36 | 4,025 | 98 km |
| 2000 | UNIT 25 | 3,412 | 98 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 2,904 | 67 km |
| 2003 | UNITS 34 33 W | 2,637 | 99 km |
| 1992 | SHARPTAIL | 2,288 | 98 km |
| 2010 | WUI 10 UNIT D | 2,042 | 98 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 1,906 | 98 km |
| 1995 | ANTLER | 1,603 | 98 km |
| 2024 | SNAKE TRAIL | 1,496 | 64 km |
| 1992 | UNIT 25 | 1,460 | 100 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,280 | 98 km |
| 2004 | EAGAN | 925 | 20 km |
| 1995 | UNNAMED | 793 | 99 km |
| 1990 | CTY RD 5 | 733 | 100 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 606 | 100 km |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 598 | 29 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 576 | 100 km |
| 1998 | UNITS 3133 | 554 | 99 km |
| 1995 | LV 68 CARVER | 532 | 36 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-9°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.0 in |
Farmington has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 15°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (0.8").