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Weather & Climate in Prescott, WI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Prescott experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 843 feet.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-10°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.0°F |
| 15% below US avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 843 ft (257 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,546/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.7534°N, 92.7890°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Pierce County County |
| Nearest Airport | Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain (MSP) 23 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 42.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 53.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively 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: M2.8.
| Apr 25, 2017 | Near Mankato, Minnesota | M2.8 | 115 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
493 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 54 fatalities, 1,234 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 4, 1958 | EF5 | 40 km | 33.7 mi | 21 |
| Jul 3, 1983 | EF4 | 67 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1965 | EF4 | 59 km | 6.9 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1965 | EF4 | 76 km | 12.3 mi | 3 |
| May 6, 1965 | EF4 | 49 km | 6.8 mi | 3 |
| May 6, 1965 | EF4 | 53 km | 17.3 mi | 6 |
| Sep 16, 1962 | EF4 | 91 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 1957 | EF4 | 92 km | 9.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 24, 2019 | EF3 | 88 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 2017 | EF3 | 74 km | 82.5 mi | 1 |
| May 25, 2008 | EF3 | 52 km | 6.0 mi | 1 |
| May 15, 1998 | EF3 | 79 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 27, 1987 | EF3 | 21 km | 30.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 23, 1987 | EF3 | 70 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1984 | EF3 | 46 km | 5.5 mi | 1 |
| Jun 14, 1981 | EF3 | 39 km | 16.2 mi | 1 |
| Jul 30, 1977 | EF3 | 64 km | 9.1 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 1958 | EF3 | 46 km | 59.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 1952 | EF3 | 75 km | 18.2 mi | 2 |
| Sep 12, 1951 | EF3 | 58 km | 24.4 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
7 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (2,904 acres, 2009).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 2,904 | 62 km |
| 2024 | SNAKE TRAIL | 1,496 | 88 km |
| 2007 | BEAVER CUTOFF | 982 | 92 km |
| 2004 | EAGAN | 925 | 34 km |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 598 | 57 km |
| 1995 | LV 68 CARVER | 532 | 65 km |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 513 | 38 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-10°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 31°F (-0°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 33°F (0°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.0 in |
Prescott has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 15°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (0.7").