Weather & Climate in Meadowlands, MN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Meadowlands has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 56.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,276 feet.
Temperature
7°F Jan (-14°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 38.4°F |
| 29% below US avg | |
| January Average | 7°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,276 ft (389 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 387/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.0731°N, 92.7313°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | St. Louis County County |
| Nearest Airport | Range Regional (HIB) 22 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 91.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 32.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 98.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
73 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 4 fatalities, 41 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 58 km | 12.5 mi | 1 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 59 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 95 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 44 km | 17.2 mi | 2 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 88 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 23 km | 18.4 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1980 | EF2 | 85 km | 9.9 mi | 0 |
| Sep 8, 1977 | EF2 | 68 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1977 | EF2 | 47 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 7, 1970 | EF2 | 75 km | 22.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF2 | 85 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF2 | 81 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 6, 1959 | EF2 | 70 km | 30.3 mi | 0 |
| Sep 19, 2024 | EF1 | 20 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 2022 | EF1 | 82 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 2022 | EF1 | 85 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 14, 2020 | EF1 | 69 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 14, 2020 | EF1 | 73 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2020 | EF1 | 96 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 2016 | EF1 | 40 km | 8.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,053 acres, 1992).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 4,053 | 80 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 2,998 | 72 km |
| 2015 | TAMARACK | 2,745 | 60 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 2,512 | 70 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,486 | 64 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,963 | 70 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,799 | 63 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,760 | 64 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 1,581 | 81 km |
| 2004 | SOUTH MAIN ROAD | 1,384 | 76 km |
| 2006 | WUI RX BURN UNIT 15 | 1,380 | 75 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,352 | 56 km |
| 1997 | UNNAMED | 1,306 | 63 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 1,249 | 63 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 1,226 | 65 km |
| 2000 | S MAIN RO | 1,181 | 76 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,096 | 73 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,010 | 57 km |
| 1999 | UNNAMED | 1,002 | 98 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 958 | 16 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°F (-14°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 11°F (-11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 38°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 14°F (-10°C) | 1.0 in |
Meadowlands has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 7°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (0.6").