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Weather & Climate in Burdett, NY
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Burdett has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,016 feet.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-5°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.3°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,016 ft (310 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 514/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4169°N, 76.8440°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Schuyler County County |
| Nearest Airport | Elmira/Corning Regional (ELM) 15 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 16.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 46.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 78.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
6 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.2.
| Feb 3, 2001 | 6 km W of Bath, New York | M3.2 | 46 km | 0 km |
| Jun 5, 2009 | 4 km SSE of Attica, New York | M2.9 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Jun 10, 2025 | 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 96 km | 8 km |
| Mar 15, 2022 | 5 km SSW of Warsaw, New York | M2.6 | 111 km | 5 km |
| Apr 11, 2007 | 6 km NNE of Sodus Point, New York | M2.6 | 102 km | 7 km |
| Jan 25, 1999 | New York | M2.5 | 89 km | 3 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
118 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 5 fatalities, 44 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 31, 1998 | EF3 | 69 km | 62.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 86 km | 20.0 mi | 1 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 45 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 53 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1969 | EF3 | 66 km | 17.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 30, 1955 | EF3 | 12 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 2018 | EF2 | 79 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 21, 2011 | EF2 | 72 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2011 | EF2 | 89 km | 7.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF2 | 29 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 2009 | EF2 | 83 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1993 | EF2 | 98 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 28, 1990 | EF2 | 10 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 14, 1989 | EF2 | 89 km | 2.0 mi | 2 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF2 | 74 km | 9.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 19, 1954 | EF2 | 85 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 15, 2024 | EF1 | 87 km | 8.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 7, 2023 | EF1 | 48 km | 9.7 mi | 0 |
| Sep 19, 2022 | EF1 | 66 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Sep 12, 2021 | EF1 | 71 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
2 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: DRY MARSH (1,018 acres, 2010).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2010 | DRY MARSH | 1,018 | 63 km |
| 2009 | WOODRUFF | 757 | 90 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-5°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in |
Burdett has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 22°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and January the driest (1.8").