Weather & Climate in Inger, MN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Inger has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 31.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,341 feet.
Temperature
6°F Jan (-15°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 38.4°F |
| 29% below US avg | |
| January Average | 6°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,341 ft (409 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.5633°N, 93.9773°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Itasca County County |
| Nearest Airport | Bemidji Regional (BJI) 45 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 76.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 63.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 91.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
107 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 91 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF4 | 89 km | 32.3 mi | 12 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 84 km | 12.5 mi | 1 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 86 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2024 | EF2 | 99 km | 3.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1991 | EF2 | 53 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 5, 1981 | EF2 | 97 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 8, 1977 | EF2 | 88 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1977 | EF2 | 61 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 1, 1973 | EF2 | 58 km | 54.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 6, 1959 | EF2 | 72 km | 30.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 2022 | EF1 | 87 km | 3.7 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 2022 | EF1 | 30 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 26, 2021 | EF1 | 86 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 26, 2021 | EF1 | 76 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 7, 2020 | EF1 | 96 km | 6.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 2019 | EF1 | 97 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 2018 | EF1 | 74 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 2018 | EF1 | 85 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 2018 | EF1 | 75 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 2018 | EF1 | 68 km | 0.7 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 | 45 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 3,181 | 70 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,486 | 94 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 1,986 | 80 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,963 | 92 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 1,909 | 96 km |
| 2010 | BOY RIVER - CORE 2010 | 1,872 | 46 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 1,835 | 49 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,799 | 90 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 1,777 | 48 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,775 | 69 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,760 | 93 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 1,637 | 69 km |
| 2004 | BLACKDUCK RIVER | 1,620 | 69 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,341 | 95 km |
| 1997 | UNNAMED | 1,306 | 92 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 1,249 | 93 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 1,226 | 95 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,010 | 92 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 958 | 38 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°F (-15°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 10°F (-12°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 24°F (-5°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 13°F (-10°C) | 1.1 in |
Inger has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F / from 6°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (0.7").