Weather & Climate in Zoar, WI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Zoar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches. The area receives 55.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. 86% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,237 feet.
Temperature
14°F Jan (-10°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 42.3°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,237 ft (377 m) |
| Area | 8.6 sq mi (22.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0055°N, 88.8748°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Forest County County |
| Nearest Airport | Green Bay/Austin Straubel International (GRB) 51 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 86.0% |
| Unhealthy Days | 1 |
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
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.5.
| Jan 7, 2024 | 3 km NE of Mole Lake, Wisconsin | M2.5 | 56 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
260 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 75 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 31, 1977 | EF4 | 100 km | 31.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 19, 1968 | EF4 | 63 km | 21.8 mi | 2 |
| Sep 26, 1951 | EF4 | 82 km | 26.4 mi | 6 |
| Jun 25, 1950 | EF4 | 84 km | 13.1 mi | 2 |
| Apr 10, 2011 | EF3 | 80 km | 21.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 2007 | EF3 | 10 km | 40.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 1984 | EF3 | 53 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 28, 1971 | EF3 | 57 km | 78.4 mi | 0 |
| Dec 1, 1970 | EF3 | 77 km | 13.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 26, 1969 | EF3 | 68 km | 15.3 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1955 | EF3 | 75 km | 6.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 2022 | EF2 | 63 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 2013 | EF2 | 70 km | 13.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 10, 2011 | EF2 | 95 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 10, 2011 | EF2 | 71 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 2007 | EF2 | 54 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 2004 | EF2 | 86 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 30, 2002 | EF2 | 96 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 1997 | EF2 | 48 km | 3.4 mi | 0 |
| Aug 7, 1996 | EF2 | 94 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.9 in |
Zoar has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 14°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.2").