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Weather & Climate in Tamarack, MN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Tamarack has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,267 feet.
Temperature
9°F Jan (-13°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 40.5°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 253 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,267 ft (386 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.6530°N, 93.1250°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Aitkin County County |
| Nearest Airport | Duluth International (DLH) 46 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 56.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 72.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 98.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
107 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 16 fatalities, 107 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF4 | 85 km | 32.3 mi | 12 |
| Jun 11, 1966 | EF4 | 95 km | 72.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 1997 | EF3 | 96 km | 17.0 mi | 1 |
| Jul 5, 1991 | EF3 | 96 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 25, 1973 | EF3 | 75 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 37 km | 12.5 mi | 1 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 35 km | 18.4 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 86 km | 17.2 mi | 2 |
| Jun 30, 1968 | EF3 | 51 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2024 | EF2 | 87 km | 3.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2024 | EF2 | 67 km | 14.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 2016 | EF2 | 65 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 2001 | EF2 | 89 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 1997 | EF2 | 64 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 26, 1996 | EF2 | 58 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1991 | EF2 | 91 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 3, 1985 | EF2 | 67 km | 33.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1980 | EF2 | 95 km | 9.9 mi | 0 |
| Sep 8, 1977 | EF2 | 38 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1977 | EF2 | 71 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (3,642 acres, 1988).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 3,642 | 82 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 2,998 | 17 km |
| 2015 | TAMARACK | 2,745 | 8 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 2,512 | 16 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,486 | 31 km |
| 2024 | RX-86_FY23 | 2,187 | 95 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,963 | 36 km |
| 2010 | BOY RIVER - CORE 2010 | 1,872 | 97 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 1,835 | 91 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,799 | 34 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 1,777 | 98 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,760 | 31 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 1,589 | 58 km |
| 2004 | SOUTH MAIN ROAD | 1,384 | 22 km |
| 2006 | WUI RX BURN UNIT 15 | 1,380 | 21 km |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 1,371 | 70 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,352 | 1 km |
| 1997 | UNNAMED | 1,306 | 32 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 1,249 | 31 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 1,226 | 30 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°F (-13°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 26°F (-4°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 13°F (-11°C) | 0.9 in |
Tamarack has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 9°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (0.6").