Weather & Climate in Magnolia, MN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Magnolia experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 34.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,517 feet.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.0°F |
| 15% below US avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,517 ft (462 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 239/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.6441°N, 96.0753°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Rock County County |
| Nearest Airport | Joe Foss Field (FSD) 34 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 | 120 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
600 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 15 fatalities, 327 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF5 | 18 km | 16.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 13, 1968 | EF5 | 64 km | 9.1 mi | 9 |
| Jun 25, 2010 | EF4 | 25 km | 13.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 1998 | EF4 | 55 km | 73.5 mi | 1 |
| Jun 7, 1993 | EF4 | 68 km | 54.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF4 | 37 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 7, 1955 | EF4 | 94 km | 30.0 mi | 1 |
| Aug 7, 1994 | EF3 | 27 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1993 | EF3 | 82 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1993 | EF3 | 98 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1993 | EF3 | 77 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1993 | EF3 | 99 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF3 | 97 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF3 | 55 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF3 | 76 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1985 | EF3 | 29 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 1981 | EF3 | 96 km | 12.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1980 | EF3 | 93 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1978 | EF3 | 61 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 1, 1971 | EF3 | 84 km | 11.2 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 20°F (-6°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.9 in |
Magnolia has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 16°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (0.8").