Weather & Climate in Leota, MN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Leota has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 46.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,680 feet.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-11°C)
71°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,680 ft (512 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 91/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8264°N, 96.0242°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Rock County County |
| Nearest Airport | Joe Foss Field (FSD) 40 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 9.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 60.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| 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: M2.7.
| Jun 30, 2021 | 4 km E of Rembrandt, Iowa | M2.7 | 134 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
543 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 16 fatalities, 332 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF5 | 3 km | 16.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 13, 1968 | EF5 | 44 km | 9.1 mi | 9 |
| Jun 25, 2010 | EF4 | 43 km | 13.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 1998 | EF4 | 42 km | 73.5 mi | 1 |
| Jun 7, 1993 | EF4 | 73 km | 54.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF4 | 17 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 7, 1955 | EF4 | 74 km | 30.0 mi | 1 |
| Aug 7, 1994 | EF3 | 42 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1993 | EF3 | 78 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1993 | EF3 | 76 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF3 | 78 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF3 | 35 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF3 | 57 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1985 | EF3 | 10 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1978 | EF3 | 80 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 1, 1971 | EF3 | 99 km | 11.2 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1971 | EF3 | 76 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1971 | EF3 | 68 km | 8.6 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1971 | EF3 | 68 km | 46.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1970 | EF3 | 82 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-11°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (21°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 31°F (-0°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.8 in |
Leota has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 13°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (0.6").