Weather & Climate in Nett Lake, MN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Nett Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.0 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. The city sits at an elevation of 1,300 feet.
Temperature
4°F Jan (-16°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 35.6°F |
| 34% below US avg | |
| January Average | 4°F (-16°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,300 ft (396 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 106/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.1146°N, 93.0811°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Koochiching County County |
| Nearest Airport | Falls International/Einarson Field (INL) 34 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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
38 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 3 fatalities, 18 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 78 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 60 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 69 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1977 | EF2 | 94 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 1, 1973 | EF2 | 66 km | 54.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF2 | 90 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF2 | 72 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF2 | 73 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 6, 1959 | EF2 | 50 km | 30.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 2019 | EF1 | 48 km | 3.4 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 2019 | EF1 | 21 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 2016 | EF1 | 97 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1993 | EF1 | 83 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1980 | EF1 | 46 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 14, 1978 | EF1 | 89 km | 14.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1978 | EF1 | 94 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 14, 1976 | EF1 | 75 km | 20.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 24, 1975 | EF1 | 59 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 25, 1974 | EF1 | 89 km | 34.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 1971 | EF1 | 64 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
10 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: WEST ZONE RX BURN (9,523 acres, 2005).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2005 | WEST ZONE RX BURN | 9,523 | 65 km |
| 1996 | WHITEFEATHER LAKE | 4,286 | 86 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 4,053 | 71 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 1,874 | 41 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 1,581 | 65 km |
| 2004 | SECTION 33 WFU | 1,064 | 46 km |
| 2016 | FOSS LAKE | 917 | 78 km |
| 2021 | BEZHIK | 805 | 69 km |
| 2003 | FEN | 619 | 97 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 558 | 83 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°F (-16°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 7°F (-14°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 40°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 11°F (-11°C) | 1.0 in |
Nett Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 4°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (0.7").