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Weather & Climate in Stanley, WI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Stanley 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 32.5 inches. The area receives 52.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 1,079 feet.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-11°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 43.3°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,079 ft (329 m) |
| Area | 4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 880/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9594°N, 90.9437°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Clark County County |
| Nearest Airport | Chippewa Valley Regional (EAU) 27 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 68.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 91.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 30.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
267 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 266 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 31, 1977 | EF4 | 69 km | 31.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 30, 1977 | EF4 | 49 km | 19.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 4, 1958 | EF4 | 42 km | 11.1 mi | 3 |
| Jun 4, 1958 | EF4 | 33 km | 59.2 mi | 4 |
| Sep 24, 2019 | EF3 | 60 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 10, 2011 | EF3 | 85 km | 21.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 2, 2002 | EF3 | 59 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 1998 | EF3 | 82 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 27, 1994 | EF3 | 51 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Jul 15, 1980 | EF3 | 48 km | 1.0 mi | 1 |
| Sep 28, 1971 | EF3 | 8 km | 49.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 4, 1958 | EF3 | 18 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Sep 12, 1951 | EF3 | 97 km | 24.4 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2021 | EF2 | 52 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2021 | EF2 | 7 km | 7.4 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2021 | EF2 | 52 km | 3.1 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2021 | EF2 | 49 km | 1.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 23, 2011 | EF2 | 48 km | 7.6 mi | 0 |
| Sep 30, 2002 | EF2 | 100 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 2, 2002 | EF2 | 26 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
1 wildfire (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: RX-UPPER SEVENTEEN (520 acres, 2024).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2024 | RX-UPPER SEVENTEEN | 520 | 79 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-11°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.2 in |
Stanley has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 13°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (0.8").