Weather & Climate in Angola on the Lake, NY
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Angola on the Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. The area receives 208.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 600 feet.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 600 ft (183 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 666/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6550°N, 79.0522°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Chautauqua County County |
| Nearest Airport | Buffalo Niagara International (BUF) 26 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 89.8% |
| Unhealthy Days | 1 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 84.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 70.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 89.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
20 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Nov 26, 1999 | 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada | M3.8 | 117 km | 13 km |
| Feb 6, 2023 | 1 km NE of West Seneca, New York | M3.8 | 32 km | 6 km |
| Feb 3, 2001 | 6 km W of Bath, New York | M3.2 | 140 km | 0 km |
| May 24, 2000 | 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada | M3.1 | 128 km | 18 km |
| May 8, 2018 | 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada | M3.0 | 120 km | 5 km |
| May 25, 1995 | 3 km NW of Amherst, New York | M3.0 | 42 km | 5 km |
| Aug 4, 2004 | 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada | M3.0 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Jul 19, 2007 | 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada | M3.0 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Jun 16, 2004 | 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York | M2.9 | 12 km | 6 km |
| Jun 5, 2009 | 4 km SSE of Attica, New York | M2.9 | 68 km | 5 km |
| Mar 28, 2005 | 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada | M2.8 | 76 km | 7 km |
| Mar 8, 2008 | 5 km ENE of Clarence Center, New York | M2.7 | 57 km | 6 km |
| Dec 21, 2009 | 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York | M2.7 | 91 km | 8 km |
| Mar 15, 2022 | 5 km SSW of Warsaw, New York | M2.6 | 74 km | 5 km |
| Mar 29, 2020 | 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York | M2.6 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Sep 20, 2009 | 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada | M2.6 | 87 km | 4 km |
| Jul 11, 2017 | 11 km NNW of Barker, New York | M2.5 | 94 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 1999 | New York | M2.5 | 99 km | 3 km |
| Dec 17, 1990 | 5 km SSE of Middleboro, Pennsylvania | M2.5 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Feb 13, 2014 | 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York | M2.5 | 122 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
107 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 4 fatalities, 40 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 71 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 73 km | 28.0 mi | 2 |
| Aug 19, 1970 | EF3 | 14 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1969 | EF3 | 85 km | 84.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 1967 | EF3 | 41 km | 11.4 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 1961 | EF3 | 72 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 10, 2024 | EF2 | 15 km | 3.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 28, 2022 | EF2 | 59 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 14, 2019 | EF2 | 98 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 20, 2017 | EF2 | 19 km | 6.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 14, 2011 | EF2 | 59 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Nov 14, 2011 | EF2 | 38 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 2010 | EF2 | 55 km | 7.6 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 2010 | EF2 | 59 km | 7.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2002 | EF2 | 85 km | 6.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 66 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1994 | EF2 | 49 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1993 | EF2 | 93 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 12, 1992 | EF2 | 34 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 30, 1987 | EF2 | 37 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
1 wildfire (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: MOHAWK POOL (507 acres, 1994).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1994 | MOHAWK POOL | 507 | 74 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 3.7 in |
Angola on the Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 27°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.2").