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Weather & Climate in River Falls, WI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
River Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°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 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 888 feet.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-10°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 43.4°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 888 ft (271 m) |
| Area | 6.6 sq mi (17.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,200/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8604°N, 92.6253°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Pierce County County |
| Nearest Airport | New Richmond Regional (RNH) 20 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 | 132 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
474 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 60 fatalities, 1,148 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 4, 1958 | EF5 | 24 km | 33.7 mi | 21 |
| Jul 3, 1983 | EF4 | 68 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 30, 1977 | EF4 | 90 km | 19.0 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1965 | EF4 | 89 km | 12.3 mi | 3 |
| May 6, 1965 | EF4 | 61 km | 17.3 mi | 6 |
| May 6, 1965 | EF4 | 71 km | 6.9 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1965 | EF4 | 55 km | 6.8 mi | 3 |
| Sep 16, 1962 | EF4 | 100 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 4, 1958 | EF4 | 91 km | 11.1 mi | 3 |
| May 21, 1957 | EF4 | 82 km | 9.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 24, 2019 | EF3 | 74 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 2017 | EF3 | 57 km | 82.5 mi | 1 |
| May 25, 2008 | EF3 | 49 km | 6.0 mi | 1 |
| May 15, 1998 | EF3 | 71 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 27, 1994 | EF3 | 98 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Jul 27, 1987 | EF3 | 33 km | 30.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 23, 1987 | EF3 | 75 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1984 | EF3 | 51 km | 5.5 mi | 1 |
| Jun 14, 1981 | EF3 | 51 km | 16.2 mi | 1 |
| Jul 15, 1980 | EF3 | 87 km | 1.0 mi | 1 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
6 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (2,904 acres, 2009).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 2,904 | 59 km |
| 2007 | BEAVER CUTOFF | 982 | 93 km |
| 2004 | EAGAN | 925 | 46 km |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 598 | 75 km |
| 1995 | LV 68 CARVER | 532 | 79 km |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 513 | 51 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-10°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 19°F (-8°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.1 in |
River Falls has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 13°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (0.8").