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Weather & Climate in Whipholt, MN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Whipholt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 61°F. The area gets 276 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 26.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 48.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,327 feet.
Temperature
8°F Jan (-14°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 40.7°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 8°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,327 ft (404 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.0405°N, 94.3854°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Hubbard County County |
| Nearest Airport | Bemidji Regional (BJI) 41 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 35.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 38.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 51.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively 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: M2.5.
| Apr 29, 2011 | Minnesota | M2.5 | 146 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
159 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 120 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 17, 2010 | EF4 | 93 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF4 | 32 km | 32.3 mi | 12 |
| Jun 11, 1966 | EF4 | 46 km | 72.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 2008 | EF3 | 49 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1991 | EF3 | 64 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 26, 1977 | EF3 | 77 km | 26.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 25, 1973 | EF3 | 76 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 73 km | 12.5 mi | 1 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 44 km | 17.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2024 | EF2 | 40 km | 3.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2024 | EF2 | 63 km | 14.7 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 2022 | EF2 | 84 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 2022 | EF2 | 91 km | 18.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 2016 | EF2 | 75 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 12, 2015 | EF2 | 90 km | 12.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 2008 | EF2 | 62 km | 14.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 2005 | EF2 | 94 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 2001 | EF2 | 78 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 8, 2000 | EF2 | 86 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 26, 1996 | EF2 | 75 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (9,055 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 9,055 | 90 km |
| 2009 | CENTER TANK RANGE | 6,131 | 94 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 4,475 | 94 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 3,642 | 98 km |
| 2018 | BOY RIVER | 3,546 | 21 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 2,998 | 97 km |
| 2009 | HENDRICKSON IMPACT AREA | 2,757 | 86 km |
| 2015 | TAMARACK | 2,745 | 98 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 2,512 | 97 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 2,486 | 75 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,963 | 69 km |
| 2010 | BOY RIVER - CORE 2010 | 1,872 | 22 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 1,835 | 24 km |
| 2009 | EAST TANK RANGE | 1,801 | 98 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,799 | 72 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 1,777 | 20 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,775 | 100 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 1,760 | 74 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 1,589 | 65 km |
| 2012 | JEEP FIRE | 1,437 | 64 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°F (-14°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 13°F (-11°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 12°F (-11°C) | 0.8 in |
Whipholt has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F / from 8°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (0.6").