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Weather & Climate in Federal Dam, MN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Federal Dam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 61°F. The area gets 276 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 26.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 48.2 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 1,306 feet.
Temperature
8°F Jan (-14°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 40.7°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 8°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,306 ft (398 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 67/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.2402°N, 94.2120°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Hubbard County County |
| Nearest Airport | Bemidji Regional (BJI) 39 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 35.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 38.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 51.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
140 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 111 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF4 | 51 km | 32.3 mi | 12 |
| Jun 11, 1966 | EF4 | 69 km | 72.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 2008 | EF3 | 68 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1991 | EF3 | 86 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 25, 1973 | EF3 | 94 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 70 km | 17.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 99 km | 18.4 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 69 km | 12.5 mi | 1 |
| Jun 12, 2024 | EF2 | 61 km | 3.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2024 | EF2 | 79 km | 14.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 2016 | EF2 | 91 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 2008 | EF2 | 86 km | 14.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 2001 | EF2 | 99 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 26, 1996 | EF2 | 100 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 26, 1996 | EF2 | 78 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1991 | EF2 | 17 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 5, 1981 | EF2 | 93 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 8, 1977 | EF2 | 68 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1977 | EF2 | 71 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 1, 1973 | EF2 | 95 km | 54.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BOY RIVER (3,546 acres, 2018).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2018 | BOY RIVER | 3,546 | 6 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,181 | 87 km |
| 2015 | TAMARACK | 2,745 | 99 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,486 | 75 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 1,986 | 99 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,963 | 71 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 1,909 | 100 km |
| 2010 | BOY RIVER - CORE 2010 | 1,872 | 9 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 1,835 | 15 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,799 | 72 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 1,777 | 10 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,775 | 84 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,760 | 74 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 1,637 | 85 km |
| 2004 | BLACKDUCK RIVER | 1,620 | 86 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 1,589 | 79 km |
| 2012 | JEEP FIRE | 1,437 | 89 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,341 | 75 km |
| 1997 | UNNAMED | 1,306 | 74 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 1,249 | 74 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°F (-14°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 13°F (-11°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 12°F (-11°C) | 0.8 in |
Federal Dam has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F / from 8°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (0.5").