Weather & Climate in Scarville, IA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Scarville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. The area receives 38.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,258 feet.
Temperature
14°F Jan (-10°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,258 ft (383 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 254/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4710°N, 93.6184°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Winnebago County County |
| Nearest Airport | Owatonna Degner Regional (OWA) 48 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 30.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 45.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 83.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
2 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.8.
| Apr 25, 2017 | Near Mankato, Minnesota | M2.8 | 86 km | 0 km |
| Jun 30, 2021 | 4 km E of Rembrandt, Iowa | M2.7 | 140 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
590 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 44 fatalities, 913 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 15, 1968 | EF5 | 88 km | 62.1 mi | 13 |
| Oct 14, 1966 | EF5 | 75 km | 9.7 mi | 6 |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF4 | 12 km | 16.9 mi | 1 |
| Jul 12, 1971 | EF4 | 98 km | 10.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 1967 | EF4 | 37 km | 20.1 mi | 6 |
| Apr 30, 1967 | EF4 | 41 km | 13.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 1967 | EF4 | 19 km | 38.7 mi | 5 |
| Apr 30, 1967 | EF4 | 36 km | 7.6 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1965 | EF4 | 68 km | 41.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 29, 1964 | EF4 | 79 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 1, 1961 | EF4 | 92 km | 26.6 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1953 | EF4 | 45 km | 26.6 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1953 | EF4 | 98 km | 162.0 mi | 2 |
| Jun 12, 2013 | EF3 | 66 km | 6.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF3 | 30 km | 18.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF3 | 59 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF3 | 44 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 11, 2004 | EF3 | 87 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 1998 | EF3 | 99 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 18, 1994 | EF3 | 41 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
2 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: SNAKE TRAIL (1,496 acres, 2024).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2024 | SNAKE TRAIL | 1,496 | 73 km |
| 2024 | LINCOLN WPA RX | 575 | 82 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 33°F (1°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.4 in |
Scarville has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 14°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.7") and January the driest (1.1").