Climate Comfort Score
57/100
Moderate
NOAA 1991–2020 normals 38°F annual avg Public-domain federal data
Northome, MN Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991–2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
The climate verdict for Northome
Northome, Minnesota averages 38°F a year and scores 57/100 on the comfort index — moderate, milder than 27% of U.S. cities.
- 38°F
- annual average temperature (NOAA normal)
- 57/100
- comfort score — milder than 27% of U.S. cities
- 26.9"
- annual precipitation
Based on NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020) — 30-year averages describing the typical year, not a forecast.
Avg Temperature
38°F (3°C)
Avg High
49°F
Avg Low
27°F
Annual Precip
26.9"
Comfort Score
57/100
Moderate
Avg Annual Temperature
38°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
26.9"
Liquid-equivalent total
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Northome) 57.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Moderate for the Northome area.
How Northome compares to every U.S. city
Northome's comfort score vs. all U.S. cities
PlainClimate composite comfort index (1–100), NOAA 1991–2020 normals
57 Top 73% higher than 27% of 6,915 US cities
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Source NOAA U.S. Climate Normals — PlainClimate comfort index · 1991–2020
Warming context for Northome
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Northome captures average conditions across the spread shown — the most recent decade is warmer than the 30-year mean.
- United States land mean (NOAA NCEI) +0.11 °C/decade
- Global anomaly (NASA GISTEMP) +0.11 °C/decade
- Paris Agreement thresholds 1.5°C / 2.0°C
Monthly Temperatures
Average daily high and low temperatures by month
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean | Precip | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-8°C) | -5°F (-20°C) | 6°F (-14°C) | 0.8" | 31.0 | 0.0 |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | -2°F (-19°C) | 10°F (-12°C) | 0.6" | 27.9 | 0.0 |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 10°F (-12°C) | 22°F (-5°C) | 1.2" | 29.4 | 0.0 |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 26°F (-3°C) | 38°F (3°C) | 1.8" | 23.6 | 0.0 |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 39°F (4°C) | 51°F (11°C) | 3.0" | 6.5 | 0.0 |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 51°F (11°C) | 62°F (16°C) | 4.2" | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 55°F (13°C) | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8" | 0.0 | 0.4 |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 52°F (11°C) | 64°F (18°C) | 3.2" | 0.0 | 0.3 |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 45°F (7°C) | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1" | 3.0 | 0.0 |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 34°F (1°C) | 43°F (6°C) | 2.7" | 15.8 | 0.0 |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 19°F (-7°C) | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.4" | 26.2 | 0.0 |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 4°F (-16°C) | 13°F (-11°C) | 1.0" | 31.0 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall
January 0.8"
February 0.6"
March 1.2"
April 1.8"
May 3.0"
June 4.2"
July 3.8"
August 3.2"
September 3.1"
October 2.7"
November 1.4"
December 1.0"
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
September 26
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
May 16
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
9,930
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
190
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
July
Coldest Month
January
What Northome's climate means for you
Northome runs 38°F a year — peaking in July, coldest in January.
- Energy bills track 9,930 heating and 190 cooling degree days a year — higher means the furnace or AC runs more.
- Comparing places to live? Line this city up against nearby cities and the national rankings. See rankings
These are 30-year NOAA normals (1991–2020) — the typical year, not a forecast for any specific season.
Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Northome, MN
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Northome, Minnesota as a location with an annual average temperature of 38°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 49°F to a mean daily low of 27°F. July is typically the warmest month of the year, while January is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USC00215989, smooth out year-to-year variability and give a baseline expectation for typical conditions in any given month.
Precipitation patterns matter as much as temperature for anyone planning to live, garden, or travel here. Northome receives roughly 26.9 inches of precipitation each year, predominantly as rainfall. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near May 16 and the first fall freeze near September 26. For energy use, 9,930 heating degree days and 190 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Northome scores 57/100 (Moderate), a blended measure that weighs temperature mildness, precipitation moderation, and extreme-weather frequency against one another. Use the monthly tables above to plan around specific windows — shoulder seasons for mild highs and lows, peak summer for July-driven heat, or deep winter for January-driven cold. All figures here are thirty-year averages: any single year may run warmer, wetter, drier, or cooler than the normal, so treat them as planning guidance rather than forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Northome, MN? ▼
The average annual temperature in Northome, Minnesota is 38°F. The warmest month averages 77°F (25°C) and the coldest averages -5°F (-20°C).
How much rain does Northome get? ▼
Northome receives 26.9 inches of precipitation annually. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Northome? ▼
Northome has a climate comfort score of 57/100 (Moderate). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Northome? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Northome.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Northome? ▼
Northome has 9,930 heating degree days and 190 cooling degree days annually. Higher heating degree days indicate greater winter energy demand, while higher cooling degree days indicate greater summer cooling needs.
Where does this Northome climate data come from? ▼
All climate data comes from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1, covering the 30-year period from 1991 to 2020. Data is collected from weather station USC00215989. These 30-year averages are the standard reference for typical weather conditions.
Data Sources
Data source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1 (1991-2020). Station: USC00215989. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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