Afton, Minnesota Weather
Afton, Minnesota — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery, soil and crop conditions for Afton, Washington County.
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About Afton, Minnesota
Afton unfolds along the St. Croix River, a place where rolling woodlands meet the water's edge in a gentle embrace. It lies 8.7 miles east of Woodbury, MN (from Woodbury, MN: bearing 100°T), and is situated 9.4 miles east-north-east of Cottage Grove. The landscape here is a study in contrasts: the broad, serene sweep of the river, often catching the afternoon sun in a shimmering haze, gives way to densely wooded bluffs that rise like ancient sentinels. In the autumn, these hills are ablaze with a fiery palette of ochre, crimson, and gold, a spectacle that draws visitors and locals alike to its scenic overlooks. The air itself carries a cool, clean scent, a blend of pine needles and damp earth, especially potent after a rain. Even in the quietest moments, there’s a subtle hum of life, the rustle of leaves, the distant call of a bird, a gentle reminder of the wildness that still holds sway. The history of Afton is deeply entwined with the St. Croix River, once a vital artery for logging and commerce, its banks now dotted with remnants of that industrious past. While agriculture continues to be a significant thread in the local economy, with fields of corn and soybeans stretching towards the horizon, the character of Afton has shifted towards a more pastoral, almost bucolic existence. The old stone foundations of long-gone mills whisper tales of a more boisterous era, a stark contrast to the quiet charm of its present-day residents. Festivals celebrating the harvest and the river's bounty are cherished traditions, providing a focal point for community gathering. The distinctive curve of the river, a natural landmark, has shaped the very layout and spirit of Afton, offering a quiet beauty that feels both timeless and profoundly of this place.
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| Location | Afton, Washington County, Minnesota |
| Coordinates | 44.902745°N, 92.783537°W |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 55001 |
| Area Code | 612, 952 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Afton, Minnesota Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Afton, Minnesota, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modeled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Afton includes coordinates 44.902745°N, 92.783537°W, situated in Washington County. ZIP code 55001. Telephone area code: 612, 952. Timezone: Central Time (America/Chicago).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov (NOAA), with a modeled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
