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Weather & Climate in Fremont, WI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fremont has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°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 34.9 inches. The area receives 45.9 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 754 feet.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-9°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 44.8°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 754 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 558/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.2599°N, 88.8701°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Winnebago County County |
| Nearest Airport | Appleton International (ATW) 17 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 86.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 20.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 97.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.5.
| Jan 7, 2024 | 3 km NE of Mole Lake, Wisconsin | M2.5 | 139 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
456 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 25 fatalities, 323 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jul 18, 1996 | EF5 | 65 km | 13.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1994 | EF4 | 84 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 1984 | EF4 | 22 km | 27.5 mi | 1 |
| Apr 21, 1974 | EF4 | 57 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1956 | EF4 | 38 km | 11.5 mi | 7 |
| Sep 26, 1951 | EF4 | 35 km | 26.4 mi | 6 |
| Sep 26, 1951 | EF4 | 93 km | 9.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 7, 2007 | EF3 | 84 km | 40.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 2004 | EF3 | 66 km | 7.6 mi | 1 |
| Jun 23, 2004 | EF3 | 61 km | 33.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 27, 1994 | EF3 | 86 km | 10.5 mi | 2 |
| Aug 29, 1992 | EF3 | 56 km | 28.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 8, 1984 | EF3 | 95 km | 29.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 1984 | EF3 | 30 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 7, 1980 | EF3 | 87 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 1977 | EF3 | 50 km | 69.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1974 | EF3 | 80 km | 22.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1974 | EF3 | 85 km | 58.6 mi | 2 |
| Dec 1, 1970 | EF3 | 19 km | 13.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 26, 1969 | EF3 | 46 km | 15.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
10 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: COTTONVILLE INCIDENT (3,466 acres, 2005).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2005 | COTTONVILLE INCIDENT | 3,466 | 72 km |
| 2024 | 2024 DOD HARDWOOD RANGE RX | 2,717 | 96 km |
| 2023 | 2023 RX | 1,992 | 97 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,524 | 84 km |
| 2010 | RX BURN | 1,236 | 85 km |
| 2021 | 2021 DOD HARDWOOD RANGE RX | 987 | 98 km |
| 1994 | SOMMERS | 938 | 79 km |
| 1988 | PEACHY RD | 812 | 82 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 612 | 77 km |
| 2007 | TOWER RD 2 | 592 | 82 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-9°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| March | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.5 in |
Fremont has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 17°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.0").