Shelby, MN has a humid continental climate, characterized by cold winters and hot summers. The average temperature in January is 11°F (-11.7°C) and the average temperature in July is 72°F (22.2°C). The area receives an average of 28 inches (71 cm) of precipitation each year, with the majority of it occurring as rain during the summer months. Winters are often snowy but rarely severe and temperatures typically stay above 0°F (-17.8°C). Overall, Shelby has a pleasant four seasons climate that allows plenty of outdoor activities throughout the year.
Shelby, Minnesota gets 32 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Shelby averages 42 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 196 sunny days per year in Shelby. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Shelby gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 88 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 83 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 5
Rain: averages 32 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 42 inches of snow a year