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Moorhead (MN) Climate by Month

Moorhead experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from warm days to very cold weather. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Moorhead is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -7°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around -17°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Moorhead receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 613 mm annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, June receives high rainfall, averaging 107 mm of precipitation, recorded across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, November brings less snow/rainfall, with 15 mm over 6 snowy/rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Moorhead. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.6 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Fargo, the United States of America (2 KM, 1 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Fargo, the United States of America (2 KM, 1 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Moorhead in the United States of America

During the months of June and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Moorhead have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January, February and November are very dry.
  • When is winter in Moorhead?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February, March and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Moorhead?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Moorhead?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Moorhead?
    June tops the wettest month list with 107 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Moorhead?
    November is the driest month with 15 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Moorhead?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 351 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Moorhead (MN)

    Fri   Nov 22
    -4°C | -11°C
    SW 11 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    -4°C | -7°C
    N 18 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    0°C | -5°C
    N 18 km/h
    1.9 mm
    overcast and  chance of slight snow

    overcast and chance of slight snow