Watford, ON
Ontario
Watford is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,536.
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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How Watford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.5°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 784 ft (239 m) |
| Area | 120.2 sq mi (311.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9501°N, 81.8831°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1823 | LAKE ERIE | Unknown | 2.7 m | - | 103 km |
| 1952 | LAKE HURON, MI | Avalanche | 1.5 m | - | 45 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-5°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.2 in |
Watford has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 22°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.3").
Schools in Watford
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Lambton Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Peter Canisius Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Watford
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHOK 103.9 FM & 1070 AM "Country CHOK" Sarnia, ON (AAC Stream) | country, new format | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CHOK 103.9 FM & 1070 AM "Country CHOK" Sarnia, ON (MP3 Stream) | country, new format | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Watford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest-Lambton Museum | ||||
| Oil Museum of Canada | ||||
| Oil Museum of Canada | ||||
| Oil Museum of Canada | ||||
| Oil Museum of Canada | ||||
| Oil Museum of Canada | ||||
| Oil Museum of Canada | ||||
| Oil Museum of Canada | ||||
| Oil Museum of Canada | ||||
| Oil Museum of Canada | ||||
| Oil Museum of Canada |
Libraries in Watford
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lambton County Library - Alvinston | 0.0 | |||||
| Lambton County Library - Arkona | 0.0 | |||||
| Lambton County Library - Forest | 0.0 | |||||
| Lambton County Library - Inwood | 0.0 | |||||
| Lambton County Library - Oil Springs | 0.0 | |||||
| Lambton County Library - Shetland | 0.0 | |||||
| Lambton County Library - Thedford | 0.0 | |||||
| Lambton County Library - Watford | 0.0 | |||||
| Lambton County Library - Wyoming | 0.0 | |||||
| Middlesex County Library - Glencoe | 0.0 | |||||
| Middlesex County Library - Parkhill | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in Watford
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Watford
38 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Centralia / James T. Field Memorial Aerodrome | YCE | Medium Airport |
| Chris Hadfield Airport | YZR | Medium Airport |
| London International Airport | YXU | Medium Airport |
| Arnold Field | - | Small Airport |
| Butler Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Carnie Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Centralia (Essery Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chatham Kent Airport | XCM | Small Airport |
| Colinville Field | - | Small Airport |
| Crystal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| David's Landing Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dobie Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dutton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Bend Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harsens Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Highgate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Iona Station (Bobier Strip) | - | Small Airport |
| Lenox Airport | - | Small Airport |
| London (Pioneer Airpark) | - | Small Airport |
| Lucan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marine City Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Melbourne Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Merlin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Northville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Papple Aviation Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paterson Field | - | Small Airport |
| Reeces Corners Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rodney (New Glasgow) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sexsmith (Exeter) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| St Clair County International Airport | PHN | Small Airport |
| Stoney Point (Le Cunff) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Strathroy (Blue Yonder) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Triple Nickel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wabash Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Warren Field | - | Small Airport |
| Witham Field | - | Small Airport |
| Yellow Gold Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Watford
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| First Baptist Church | |
| Mount Carmel Church | |
| Our Lady Help of Christians | |
| Saint Andrew Presbyterian Church | |
| Saint James Chapel | |
| Trinity Anglican Church | |
| Warwick Chapel of Ease | |
| Watford Pentecostal Assembly | |
| Watford United Church |
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What is the population of Watford?
Watford has a population of 1,536 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 120.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Watford?
Watford has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 37.7 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow.
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