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Weather & Climate in Townsend, WI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Townsend has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°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 32.8 inches. The area receives 61.1 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 1,347 feet.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-10°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 41.5°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,347 ft (411 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 190/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.3240°N, 88.5904°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Forest County County |
| Nearest Airport | Menominee Regional (MNM) 48 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 47.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 71.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 53.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| 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: M2.9.
| Aug 2, 2024 | 38 km ESE of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin | M2.9 | 149 km | 11 km |
| Jan 7, 2024 | 3 km NE of Mole Lake, Wisconsin | M2.5 | 35 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
179 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 6 fatalities, 55 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 19, 1968 | EF4 | 48 km | 21.8 mi | 2 |
| Jun 25, 1950 | EF4 | 82 km | 13.1 mi | 2 |
| Jun 7, 2007 | EF3 | 47 km | 40.0 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1991 | EF3 | 69 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 1987 | EF3 | 75 km | 71.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1986 | EF3 | 64 km | 24.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 1984 | EF3 | 92 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 28, 1971 | EF3 | 85 km | 78.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 26, 1969 | EF3 | 93 km | 15.3 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1955 | EF3 | 88 km | 6.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 2022 | EF2 | 25 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 10, 2011 | EF2 | 39 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 2007 | EF2 | 92 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 1997 | EF2 | 73 km | 3.4 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1994 | EF2 | 37 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1991 | EF2 | 76 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1986 | EF2 | 93 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 1984 | EF2 | 51 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1981 | EF2 | 90 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1981 | EF2 | 70 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-10°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-9°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.5 in |
Townsend has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 13°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (0.9").