Weather & Climate in Blountsville, IN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Blountsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. The area receives 19.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,089 feet.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.6°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,089 ft (332 m) |
| Area | 0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,473/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0603°N, 85.2398°W |
| Timezone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| County | Randolph County County |
| Nearest Airport | Delaware County Regional (MIE) 15 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 31.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 54.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 61.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
8 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 | 62 km | 2 km |
| Dec 20, 1990 | 5 km S of Stilesville, Indiana | M3.7 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Apr 14, 2000 | 4 km NW of Heritage Lake, Indiana | M3.6 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Apr 17, 1990 | 8 km NW of Fort Recovery, Ohio | M3.0 | 55 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Minster, Ohio | M2.9 | 81 km | 5 km |
| May 12, 2006 | 2 km E of Lima, Ohio | M2.8 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Jun 12, 2015 | 6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio | M2.6 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Jan 30, 2004 | 2 km S of Rockford, Ohio | M2.5 | 84 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
580 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 24 fatalities, 962 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 27, 2019 | EF4 | 71 km | 18.2 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF4 | 89 km | 52.8 mi | 4 |
| Jun 11, 1998 | EF4 | 68 km | 13.2 mi | 0 |
| Feb 18, 1992 | EF4 | 94 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1990 | EF4 | 97 km | 33.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1980 | EF4 | 53 km | 11.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 3 km | 18.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 49 km | 18.9 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1972 | EF4 | 79 km | 30.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 80 km | 18.4 mi | 3 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 56 km | 52.5 mi | 4 |
| Apr 25, 1961 | EF4 | 72 km | 63.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 6, 1956 | EF4 | 63 km | 1.9 mi | 1 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | EF3 | 16 km | 41.3 mi | 1 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 56 km | 6.4 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 94 km | 5.5 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 66 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 72 km | 10.8 mi | 1 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 59 km | 12.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 24, 2016 | EF3 | 92 km | 8.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 2.6 in |
Blountsville has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 29°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.3").