Owatonna (MN) Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Owatonna’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the United States of America.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Visitors to Owatonna will encounter a climate influenced by big temperature differences across the year. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a warm 28°C in July to a very cold -5°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -15°C in January.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Owatonna by month:
The early hours of 4 AM to 6 AM often see the lowest temperatures, while 3 PM marks the peak of the day’s heat as the sun’s impact is strongest. July, the city’s warmest month, boasts 342 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, receives about 18 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 7 days. For more information, please visit our Owatonna Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in the United States of America Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across the United States of America. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Owatonna Temperatures Compared World Wide
Owatonna’s average annual maximum temperature is 13°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Owatonna’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Owatonna climate page.
Current temperature in Owatonna (MN)
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