The climate in the St. Cloud, MN Metro Area is diverse and changes drastically with the season. During the summer months, temperatures can reach into the upper 80s and even 90s on some days, while during winter months temperatures often dip well below freezing and snow is quite common. The area gets an average of around 27 inches of snowfall each year. Precipitation levels are fairly high throughout the year, and humidity levels tend to be at their highest in July and August. Overall, the climate in this region is characterized by mild summers and cold winters with a significant amount of precipitation all year-round.
St. Cloud Metro Area, Minnesota gets 30 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
St. Cloud Metro Area averages 47 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 197 sunny days per year in St. Cloud Metro Area. The US average is 205 sunny days.
St. Cloud Metro Area gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 97 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 82 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 2
Rain: averages 30 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 47 inches of snow a year