Climate in Stillwater
Stillwater shares Minnesota's humid, four-season climate and statewide tornado exposure, plus a real, distinct St. Croix River flood risk genuinely unlike this batch's other Minnesota markets.
Exploring the idea of moving?
We can connect you with a local real estate professional who knows the area -- no pressure, just a starting point.
Learn moreA humid, four-season St. Croix Valley climate
Stillwater's river-valley location in Washington County shares the humid, four-season climate documented across the eastern Twin Cities metro -- warm, humid summers and cold winters.
A real, statewide tornado risk
A documented F4 tornado struck approximately 15 miles from Stillwater's city center on May 6, 1965, killing 6 people and causing $5 million-$50 million in damage -- illustrating Minnesota's real, regional tornado severity.
A real, recurring St. Croix River flood risk
The St. Croix River crested at a record 94.10 feet at Stillwater on Easter weekend 1965, shutting down downtown Main Street and requiring emergency dikes. The river has topped 90 feet only three times since -- 1969 (92.20 ft) and twice in 2001 (a second-highest-ever 92.30 ft crest) -- a real, year-variable but genuinely recurring risk.
Key takeaways
- Stillwater shares the eastern Twin Cities metro's humid, four-season climate.
- A documented 1965 F4 tornado near Stillwater illustrates Minnesota's real, regional tornado severity.
- A record 1965 St. Croix River crest (94.10 feet) closed downtown Stillwater's Main Street.
- Confirm current, address-specific FEMA flood-zone status directly given this real, recurring river risk.
Want to know what your budget actually buys here?
Tell us a bit about what you're looking for and we'll connect you with someone local who can walk you through real numbers.
Get local guidanceRead the full Stillwater overview for the complete picture -- housing, taxes, climate, and who this place genuinely fits.
Planning a move?
Tell us what you're looking for and we'll connect you with a local expert who can help you make it happen.
Talk to a local expert