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Weather & Climate in International Falls, MN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
International Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 269 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 25.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 73.0 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 1,136 feet.
Temperature
5°F Jan (-15°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 37.4°F |
| 31% below US avg | |
| January Average | 5°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 269 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,136 ft (346 m) |
| Area | 6.5 sq mi (16.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 842/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.5864°N, 93.4077°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Koochiching County County |
| Nearest Airport | Falls International/Einarson Field (INL) 1 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 31.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 62.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 84.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
24 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2. Total: 2 fatalities, 5 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Sep 1, 1973 | EF2 | 70 km | 54.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 25, 1963 | EF2 | 90 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 2019 | EF1 | 31 km | 3.4 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 2019 | EF1 | 77 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 2018 | EF1 | 97 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 2005 | EF1 | 49 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1980 | EF1 | 96 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 24, 1975 | EF1 | 95 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 26, 1964 | EF1 | 94 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 1955 | EF1 | 71 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 2019 | EF0 | 80 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 2005 | EF0 | 89 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 2005 | EF0 | 87 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 22, 1995 | EF0 | 62 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 1993 | EF0 | 21 km | 1.2 mi | 2 |
| Jul 27, 1993 | EF0 | 85 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1993 | EF0 | 95 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 7, 1991 | EF0 | 93 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 20, 1985 | EF0 | 73 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1985 | EF0 | 36 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
10 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (3,376 acres, 1987).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 3,376 | 81 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 3,051 | 90 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 2,615 | 84 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 1,874 | 91 km |
| 1986 | UNNAMED | 1,096 | 100 km |
| 2004 | SECTION 33 WFU | 1,064 | 39 km |
| 2009 | HWY 72 EASTPOWERLINE | 811 | 84 km |
| 2007 | THE PITT FIRE | 745 | 100 km |
| 2009 | INDIAN PINES HWY 72 | 590 | 85 km |
| 2003 | BIG BOG | 503 | 84 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°F (-15°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 11°F (-12°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 26°F (-4°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 9°F (-13°C) | 0.8 in |
International Falls has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 5°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (0.7").