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climate data for st. cloud, mnMississippi River Monthly Water DischargeFigure 62. St. Cloud, MN.This data can be use to determine what months water recreation may the best. The five year (2005-2009)discharge average suggests that during the months June through September, the water is moving theslowest.Mississippi River Surface WaterDepth & Peakflow DischargeFigure 63. St. Cloud, MN.This data is the yearly average of river depths, peakflow depths, and peakflowdischarge in 2005 through 2009. Knowing the average water depth of theMississippi River will help determine where it will be most appropriate tobuild trials and other infrastructure. Also, considering the average depth andhigh of the water can help determine the different levels of a terrace builtalong the river’s edge. Knowing how fast the water can move during itspeakflow can help assist in determining water recreation activity.65