St. Olaf College, located in Northfield, Minnesota, experiences a humid continental climate. The area has:
Winters with average temperatures ranging from 10Β°F to 25Β°F (-12Β°C to -4Β°C), with significant snowfall.
Summers that are warm and humid, with temperatures averaging between 60Β°F and 80Β°F (16Β°C to 27Β°C).
Spring and Fall are transitional with variable weather, often including rain and occasional snow in early spring or late fall.
Annual precipitation averages around 30 inches, with the heaviest rainfall typically in June.
The weather can impact commuting due to snow in winter, and campus life often adapts to seasonal changes, with indoor activities more prevalent in winter.