The Watertown-Fort Atkinson, WI Metro Area enjoys a typical Midwestern climate, with four distinct seasons. Summers are hot and humid, with average high temperatures in the mid-80s during the day, and mild evenings thanks to Lake Michigan's moderating influence. Winters are cold, snowy and often cloudy. Average winter temperatures range from the low teens up to the mid-30s. Spring and fall see moderate temperatures between 40-60 degrees Fahrenheit, with April being the wettest month of the year. Residents can look forward to clear skies during all four seasons so they can enjoy stunning sunsets over Lake Michigan!
Watertown-Fort Atkinson Metro Area, Wisconsin gets 36 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Watertown-Fort Atkinson Metro Area averages 40 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 186 sunny days per year in Watertown-Fort Atkinson Metro Area. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Watertown-Fort Atkinson Metro Area gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 119 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 10
Rain: averages 36 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 40 inches of snow a year