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Weather & Climate in Greenwood, WI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Greenwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 68°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 51.0 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 1,187 feet.
Temperature
12°F Jan (-11°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 41.7°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,187 ft (362 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 431/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.7654°N, 90.5990°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Clark County County |
| Nearest Airport | Chippewa Valley Regional (EAU) 44 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 68.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 91.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 30.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
275 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 296 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 31, 1977 | EF4 | 39 km | 31.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 30, 1977 | EF4 | 82 km | 19.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 4, 1958 | EF4 | 53 km | 59.2 mi | 4 |
| Jun 4, 1958 | EF4 | 71 km | 11.1 mi | 3 |
| Sep 24, 2019 | EF3 | 87 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 10, 2011 | EF3 | 68 km | 21.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 2, 2002 | EF3 | 89 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 1998 | EF3 | 100 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 27, 1994 | EF3 | 66 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Aug 27, 1994 | EF3 | 92 km | 10.5 mi | 2 |
| Jul 3, 1983 | EF3 | 82 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 15, 1980 | EF3 | 73 km | 1.0 mi | 1 |
| Sep 28, 1971 | EF3 | 85 km | 78.4 mi | 0 |
| Sep 28, 1971 | EF3 | 38 km | 49.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 4, 1958 | EF3 | 50 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1955 | EF3 | 93 km | 6.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 2022 | EF2 | 97 km | 22.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2021 | EF2 | 34 km | 7.4 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2021 | EF2 | 19 km | 1.1 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2021 | EF2 | 31 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: COTTONVILLE INCIDENT (3,466 acres, 2005).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2005 | COTTONVILLE INCIDENT | 3,466 | 100 km |
| 1987 | BIG BURN | 3,154 | 75 km |
| 2024 | 2024 DOD HARDWOOD RANGE RX | 2,717 | 72 km |
| 1994 | BIG BURN | 2,248 | 76 km |
| 2023 | 2023 RX | 1,992 | 72 km |
| 1997 | BIG BURN | 1,642 | 74 km |
| 2004 | POOL ONE NORTH | 1,576 | 85 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 1,297 | 75 km |
| 2021 | 2021 DOD HARDWOOD RANGE RX | 987 | 71 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 981 | 84 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 901 | 75 km |
| 1998 | PR 17 | 896 | 85 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 875 | 86 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 867 | 83 km |
| 2007 | PR 16 | 778 | 75 km |
| 2006 | PR 17 RX FIRE | 701 | 76 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 657 | 81 km |
| 2003 | PR 17 | 632 | 75 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 589 | 78 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 580 | 71 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°F (-11°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.4 in |
Greenwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 12°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (0.9").