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Weather & Climate in Burlington, ON
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Burlington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches. The area receives 46.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 248 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Area | 71.9 sq mi (186.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,601/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3862°N, 79.8371°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
16 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 | 77 km | 13 km |
| Feb 6, 2023 | 1 km NE of West Seneca, New York | M3.8 | 104 km | 6 km |
| May 24, 2000 | 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada | M3.1 | 76 km | 18 km |
| May 8, 2018 | 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada | M3.0 | 81 km | 5 km |
| May 25, 1995 | 3 km NW of Amherst, New York | M3.0 | 92 km | 5 km |
| Aug 4, 2004 | 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada | M3.0 | 132 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 | 93 km | 6 km |
| Jun 5, 2009 | 4 km SSE of Attica, New York | M2.9 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Mar 28, 2005 | 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada | M2.8 | 45 km | 7 km |
| Mar 8, 2008 | 5 km ENE of Clarence Center, New York | M2.7 | 110 km | 6 km |
| Dec 21, 2009 | 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York | M2.7 | 95 km | 8 km |
| Mar 29, 2020 | 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York | M2.6 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Sep 20, 2009 | 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada | M2.6 | 32 km | 4 km |
| Jul 11, 2017 | 11 km NNW of Barker, New York | M2.5 | 101 km | 5 km |
| Feb 13, 2014 | 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York | M2.5 | 120 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 38°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.8 in |
Burlington has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 22°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (2.3").