The climate in the La Crosse-Onalaska, WI Metro Area is mainly characterized by cold winters and hot summers. The average high temperature during the summer months typically reaches into the low to mid-80s (°F), while temperatures during winter months usually remain below freezing. Precipitation throughout the year is moderate, with more rain and snow occurring during the winter season than during warmer months. Snowfall is significant in this region with an average of nearly 35 inches per year accumulated between December and March. Overall, the climate in this area provides a pleasant variety of weather conditions throughout the year.
La Crosse-Onalaska Metro Area, Wisconsin gets 35 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
La Crosse-Onalaska Metro Area averages 42 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 200 sunny days per year in La Crosse-Onalaska Metro Area. The US average is 205 sunny days.
La Crosse-Onalaska Metro Area gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 109 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 8
Rain: averages 35 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 42 inches of snow a year