Weather & Climate in Batavia, OH
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Batavia experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The area receives 14.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 597 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 54.8°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 597 ft (182 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 854/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0753°N, 84.1761°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Clermont County County |
| Nearest Airport | Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG) 26 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 84.7% |
| Unhealthy Days | 3 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 77.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 17.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 67.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
14 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Sep 12, 2004 | 4 km NW of Manilla, Indiana | M3.8 | 141 km | 2 km |
| Feb 19, 1995 | 8 km SSE of Rocky Fork Point, Ohio | M3.6 | 61 km | 10 km |
| May 24, 2017 | 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio | M3.4 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Sep 8, 1990 | 5 km N of Owingsville, Kentucky | M3.3 | 104 km | 0 km |
| Feb 3, 2025 | 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio | M3.1 | 139 km | 26 km |
| Apr 25, 2020 | 2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky | M2.9 | 115 km | 27 km |
| Apr 4, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Minster, Ohio | M2.9 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Aug 20, 2015 | 6 km SE of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky | M2.8 | 133 km | 34 km |
| Mar 17, 1999 | 2 km NNE of Ripley, Ohio | M2.8 | 46 km | 0 km |
| May 11, 2015 | 5 km ESE of Maysville, Kentucky | M2.6 | 66 km | 11 km |
| Jul 23, 2013 | 6 km NNE of Germantown, Kentucky | M2.6 | 45 km | 4 km |
| Feb 11, 2015 | 8 km SE of Richmond Dale, Ohio | M2.6 | 124 km | 20 km |
| Jan 28, 2024 | 3 km SW of Old Washington, Kentucky | M2.5 | 61 km | 15 km |
| Jan 4, 1999 | 9 km WNW of Mount Sterling, Kentucky | M2.5 | 111 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
436 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 72 fatalities, 2,795 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF5 | 62 km | 20.8 mi | 3 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF5 | 63 km | 31.3 mi | 36 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF4 | 87 km | 18.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 2012 | EF4 | 51 km | 9.9 mi | 4 |
| Sep 20, 2000 | EF4 | 66 km | 9.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 9, 1999 | EF4 | 24 km | 10.0 mi | 4 |
| Nov 22, 1992 | EF4 | 94 km | 26.7 mi | 1 |
| Jun 2, 1990 | EF4 | 66 km | 33.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 29 km | 19.8 mi | 2 |
| Apr 23, 1968 | EF4 | 48 km | 78.7 mi | 6 |
| Apr 23, 1968 | EF4 | 9 km | 24.1 mi | 1 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 77 km | 9.9 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 2014 | EF3 | 73 km | 8.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 2012 | EF3 | 31 km | 20.4 mi | 3 |
| May 10, 2003 | EF3 | 64 km | 25.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 1997 | EF3 | 25 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 1993 | EF3 | 50 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 22, 1992 | EF3 | 93 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 1, 1977 | EF3 | 47 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 86 km | 19.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
1 wildfire (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (3,259 acres, 2009).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 3,259 | 92 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 3.3 in |
Batavia has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 32°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.8").