The climate in West Heron Lake, MN is typically a moderate one with cold, snowy winters and warm to hot summers. Average summer temperatures range from mid-70's to mid-80's while winter temperatures range below freezing, with snowfall ranging from 20 inches to over 70 inches annually. Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year with an average of 28 inches per year. Summers are generally dry and sunny with occasional thunderstorms during July and August. Winters can be quite cold but also have stretches of milder weather. The amount of sunshine each month also varies significantly with December receiving the least amount while May receives the most.
West Heron Lake, Minnesota gets 30 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
West Heron Lake averages 40 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 208 sunny days per year in West Heron Lake. The US average is 205 sunny days.
West Heron Lake gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 102 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 30 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 40 inches of snow a year