Weather & Climate in Soudan, MN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Soudan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 68.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,411 feet.
Temperature
5°F Jan (-15°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 36.9°F |
| 32% below US avg | |
| January Average | 5°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,411 ft (430 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 638/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.8130°N, 92.2356°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | St. Louis County County |
| Nearest Airport | Range Regional (HIB) 41 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 91.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 32.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 98.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very 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: M2.7.
| Mar 19, 2018 | 75 km ESE of Atikokan, Canada | M2.7 | 145 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
46 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 3 fatalities, 17 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 85 km | 17.2 mi | 2 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 50 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 8 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 4 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1977 | EF2 | 98 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF2 | 24 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF2 | 10 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF2 | 5 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 6, 1959 | EF2 | 62 km | 30.3 mi | 0 |
| Sep 19, 2024 | EF1 | 82 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 2019 | EF1 | 50 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 2019 | EF1 | 99 km | 3.4 mi | 0 |
| Jul 6, 2017 | EF1 | 97 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 2016 | EF1 | 70 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 7, 1988 | EF1 | 56 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Sep 5, 1987 | EF1 | 65 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1980 | EF1 | 26 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 14, 1978 | EF1 | 26 km | 14.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1978 | EF1 | 91 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1976 | EF1 | 95 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: PAGAMI CREEK (85,116 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | PAGAMI CREEK | 85,116 | 70 km |
| 2021 | GREENWOOD | 28,255 | 56 km |
| 2005 | WEST ZONE RX BURN | 9,523 | 21 km |
| 1996 | WHITEFEATHER LAKE | 4,286 | 44 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 4,053 | 10 km |
| 1995 | LITTLE GABBRO | 3,145 | 50 km |
| 2010 | KEK SPIDER 302 | 3,039 | 83 km |
| 2006 | TURTLE LAKE | 2,167 | 53 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 1,874 | 32 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 1,581 | 13 km |
| 2021 | JOHN EK | 1,421 | 93 km |
| 2004 | SUPERIOR RX BURN 2 | 1,128 | 61 km |
| 2004 | SECTION 33 WFU | 1,064 | 91 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 958 | 74 km |
| 2016 | FOSS LAKE | 917 | 17 km |
| 2021 | BEZHIK | 805 | 28 km |
| 2016 | SKIBO | 763 | 38 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 621 | 47 km |
| 2003 | FEN | 619 | 63 km |
| 2009 | EVELETH RX | 586 | 75 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°F (-15°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 9°F (-13°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 13°F (-11°C) | 1.0 in |
Soudan has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 5°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (0.8").