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Weather & Climate in Palisade, MN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Palisade has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,241 feet.
Temperature
9°F Jan (-13°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 40.5°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 253 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,241 ft (378 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 199/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.7127°N, 93.4893°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Aitkin County County |
| Nearest Airport | Brainerd Lakes Regional (BRD) 37 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 56.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 72.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 98.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
117 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 120 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF4 | 56 km | 32.3 mi | 12 |
| Jun 11, 1966 | EF4 | 68 km | 72.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 1997 | EF3 | 83 km | 17.0 mi | 1 |
| Jul 5, 1991 | EF3 | 71 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 1977 | EF3 | 87 km | 26.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 25, 1973 | EF3 | 54 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 47 km | 18.4 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 21 km | 12.5 mi | 1 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 95 km | 17.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 1968 | EF3 | 65 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2024 | EF2 | 43 km | 14.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2024 | EF2 | 59 km | 3.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 2016 | EF2 | 44 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 2001 | EF2 | 68 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 1997 | EF2 | 66 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 26, 1996 | EF2 | 33 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1991 | EF2 | 64 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 3, 1985 | EF2 | 53 km | 33.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 8, 1977 | EF2 | 14 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1977 | EF2 | 65 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (9,055 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 9,055 | 89 km |
| 2009 | CENTER TANK RANGE | 6,131 | 92 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 4,475 | 93 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 3,642 | 68 km |
| 2018 | BOY RIVER | 3,546 | 75 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 2,998 | 21 km |
| 2009 | HENDRICKSON IMPACT AREA | 2,757 | 85 km |
| 2015 | TAMARACK | 2,745 | 21 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 2,512 | 21 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,486 | 9 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 2,243 | 98 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,963 | 10 km |
| 2010 | BOY RIVER - CORE 2010 | 1,872 | 72 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 1,835 | 65 km |
| 2009 | EAST TANK RANGE | 1,801 | 95 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,799 | 13 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 1,777 | 72 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,760 | 10 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 1,589 | 33 km |
| 2004 | SOUTH MAIN ROAD | 1,384 | 23 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°F (-13°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 13°F (-11°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 26°F (-4°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 12°F (-11°C) | 0.8 in |
Palisade has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 9°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (0.6").