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Weather & Climate in Strandquist, MN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Strandquist has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 200 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,065 feet.
Temperature
5°F Jan (-15°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 39.9°F |
| 26% below US avg | |
| January Average | 5°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 200 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,065 ft (325 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 338/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.4894°N, 96.4479°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Marshall County County |
| Nearest Airport | Thief River Falls Regional (TVF) 32 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 23.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 24.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 93.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
291 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 1 fatality, 29 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 6, 1999 | EF4 | 99 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF3 | 97 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| Aug 5, 2006 | EF3 | 94 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 2004 | EF3 | 67 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 1958 | EF3 | 86 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 19, 2014 | EF2 | 59 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 2014 | EF2 | 93 km | 37.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF2 | 91 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 2007 | EF2 | 94 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 2005 | EF2 | 64 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 2005 | EF2 | 64 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 2005 | EF2 | 66 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 2005 | EF2 | 64 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 2005 | EF2 | 60 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 2005 | EF2 | 81 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 2005 | EF2 | 74 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 2005 | EF2 | 70 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 14, 1999 | EF2 | 60 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 1997 | EF2 | 46 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 25, 1983 | EF2 | 57 km | 1.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (131,401 acres, 1987).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 131,401 | 85 km |
| 2003 | REINER 36 | 67,641 | 90 km |
| 1989 | UNNAMED | 66,422 | 87 km |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 43,533 | 81 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 37,840 | 97 km |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 32,693 | 95 km |
| 2011 | JUNEBERRY 3 | 29,455 | 48 km |
| 1987 | SANDY LAKE | 26,617 | 93 km |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 26,345 | 46 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 22,647 | 60 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 22,262 | 48 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 21,954 | 47 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 17,778 | 40 km |
| 2003 | CARIBOU | 16,184 | 57 km |
| 1998 | RL3 | 14,882 | 89 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 14,432 | 58 km |
| 2018 | 2018 HIGHWAY 1 RXB | 13,170 | 89 km |
| 2021 | OXCART | 12,538 | 85 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 11,927 | 55 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 11,544 | 55 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°F (-15°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 9°F (-13°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 22°F (-5°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 9°F (-13°C) | 0.6 in |
Strandquist has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from 5°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (0.4").