Weather & Climate in Lublin, WI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Lublin 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. 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 34. 98% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,281 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) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,281 ft (390 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 65/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0749°N, 90.7238°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Taylor County County |
| Nearest Airport | Chippewa Valley Regional (EAU) 40 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 97.5% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 37.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 44.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 54.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| 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 | 147 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
264 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 16 fatalities, 284 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 31, 1977 | EF4 | 59 km | 31.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 30, 1977 | EF4 | 63 km | 19.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 4, 1958 | EF4 | 61 km | 11.1 mi | 3 |
| Jun 4, 1958 | EF4 | 55 km | 59.2 mi | 4 |
| Sep 24, 2019 | EF3 | 80 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 10, 2011 | EF3 | 66 km | 21.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 2, 2002 | EF3 | 54 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 27, 1994 | EF3 | 72 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Jun 8, 1985 | EF3 | 97 km | 68.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 27, 1984 | EF3 | 97 km | 29.0 mi | 1 |
| Jul 15, 1980 | EF3 | 68 km | 1.0 mi | 1 |
| Sep 28, 1971 | EF3 | 88 km | 78.4 mi | 0 |
| Sep 28, 1971 | EF3 | 30 km | 49.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 4, 1958 | EF3 | 38 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1955 | EF3 | 84 km | 6.8 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2021 | EF2 | 64 km | 3.1 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2021 | EF2 | 54 km | 1.1 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2021 | EF2 | 28 km | 7.4 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2021 | EF2 | 63 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 23, 2011 | EF2 | 48 km | 7.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
4 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: RILEY (1,254 acres, 2019).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2019 | RILEY | 1,254 | 94 km |
| 1987 | FOULDS CREEK | 750 | 98 km |
| 2022 | UNNAMED | 702 | 96 km |
| 2024 | RX-UPPER SEVENTEEN | 520 | 87 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°F (-11°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 15°F (-9°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 31°F (-0°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.5 in |
Lublin has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 12°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (1.1").