Tobermory, ON

Ontario

Tobermory is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,427.

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

1,427 Population 5/sq mi density
43°F Avg Temperature

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How Tobermory Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,427
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Tobermory has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches. The area receives 10.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 640 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Geography

Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Area299.5 sq mi (775.7 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates45.2501°N, 81.6665°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.8"
16% below US avg
Snowfall 10.3"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.23"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.1 on Feb 8, 2019.

Mar 9, 1998 Ontario, Canada M3.9 145 km
Aug 5, 2014 6 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.8 142 km
May 25, 1998 3 km NW of Lively, Canada M3.4 140 km
Aug 5, 2014 5 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.3 141 km
Feb 8, 2019 7 km SW of Azilda, Canada M3.1 145 km
Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1855 OWEN SOUND, LAKE HURON Unknown 2.7 m - 59 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 2.8 in
February 22°F (-6°C) 2.2 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 2.0 in Driest
April 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in Wettest
October 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 3.2 in

Tobermory has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 22°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.2") and March the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Tobermory

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Edmunds Public School - - - -
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Museums in Tobermory

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Living Museum
St. Edmunds and Peninsula Museum

Libraries in Tobermory

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bruce County Public Library - Tobermory Branch0.0

Hotels in Tobermory

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tobermory Inn & Suites
Tobermory Princess Hotel & Restaurant

Zoos in Tobermory

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Petting Zoo

Clinics in Tobermory

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tobermory Hyperbaric Facility

Gas Stations in Tobermory

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hoppy's Gas Bar

Banks in Tobermory

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RBC Royal Bank

Golf Courses in Tobermory

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cornerstone Golf Club

Airports Near Tobermory

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Manitoulin East Municipal AirportYEMMedium Airport
Wiarton AirportYVVMedium Airport
East Linton (Kerr Field)-Small Airport
Hay Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Killarney Airport-Small Airport
Tobermory Airport-Small Airport
White Cloud Island-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tobermory

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Light and Life Community Chapel
St Edmund's Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tobermory

What is the population of Tobermory?

Tobermory has a population of 1,427 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 299.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tobermory?

Tobermory has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 31.8 inches, with 10.3 inches of snow.

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