Climate Insights for Hawley Municipal Airport

Niobrara County, Minnesota, United States

Hottest
July
28°C peak
Coldest
January
-15°C low
Wettest
August
117mm rain
Best to Visit
July, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Hawley Municipal Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 715mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 117mm of rainfall. Hawley Municipal Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -15°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 137cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20° -10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -7° Average: -12° Min: -15° Feb Max: -5° Average: -10° Min: -14° Mar Max: 4° Average: -1° Min: -5° Apr Max: 11° Average: 5° Min: 0° May Max: 21° Average: 14° Min: 9° Jun Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 15° Jul Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 17° Aug Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° Sep Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 11° Oct Max: 11° Average: 6° Min: 2° Nov Max: 4° Average: -1° Min: -4° Dec Max: -4° Average: -8° Min: -12°
Max
Average
Min

Hawley Municipal Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 43°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -15°C and an average temperature of -12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 22mm Feb Precipitation: 24mm Snow: 21mm Mar Precipitation: 30mm Snow: 21mm Apr Precipitation: 51mm Snow: 13mm May Precipitation: 62mm Snow: 1mm Jun Precipitation: 106mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 85mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 117mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 87mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 68mm Snow: 14mm Nov Precipitation: 25mm Snow: 13mm Dec Precipitation: 37mm Snow: 33mm
Precipitation
Snow

Hawley Municipal Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 715mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 60mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 117mm of rainfall. June and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 23mm. That's 94mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 137cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 33cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Hawley Municipal Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

4 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Hawley Municipal Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Hawley Municipal Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -15°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 4 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -5 to 21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 144mm over the season and a monthly average of 48mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 15 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 308mm across the season with a monthly average of 103mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -4 to 21°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 179mm for the season, averaging 60mm per month. Expect around 27cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -15 to -4°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 85mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Expect around 76cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -12°
Feb -10°
Mar -1°
Apr
May 14°
Jun 21°
Jul 22°
Aug 20°
Sep 15°
Oct
Nov -1°
Dec -8°

The best time to visit Hawley Municipal Airport is during July and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 86mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -15°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hawley Municipal Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-15 °C
-7 °C
4 km/h
23 mm
22 cm
Feb
-14 °C
-5 °C
4 km/h
24 mm
21 cm
Mar
-5 °C
4 °C
4 km/h
30 mm
21 cm
Apr
0 °C
11 °C
4 km/h
51 mm
13 cm
May
9 °C
21 °C
4 km/h
62 mm
1 cm
Jun Current
15 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
106 mm
0 cm
Jul
17 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
85 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
117 mm
0 cm
Sep
11 °C
21 °C
4 km/h
87 mm
0 cm
Oct
2 °C
11 °C
4 km/h
68 mm
14 cm
Nov
-4 °C
4 °C
4 km/h
25 mm
13 cm
Dec
-12 °C
-4 °C
4 km/h
37 mm
33 cm
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