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Weather & Climate in Cannon Beach, OR
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Cannon Beach experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 76.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32. The city sits at an elevation of 45 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
59°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 51.7°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 45 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 877/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.8881°N, 123.9601°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Tillamook County County |
| Nearest Airport | Astoria Regional (AST) 22 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 81.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 57.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 61.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Tsunami | Relatively Moderate |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
914 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.8.
| Jul 3, 1999 | 8 km N of Satsop, Washington | M5.8 | 137 km | 40 km |
| Mar 25, 1993 | 4 km E of Scotts Mills, Oregon | M5.6 | 142 km | 20 km |
| Jun 10, 2001 | 18 km N of Satsop, Washington | M5.0 | 147 km | 40 km |
| Aug 19, 2004 | 19 km W of Newport, Oregon | M4.7 | 139 km | 27 km |
| Feb 14, 2011 | 31 km S of Morton, Washington | M4.3 | 142 km | 4 km |
| Apr 24, 2003 | 3 km NW of North Portland, Oregon | M3.9 | 99 km | 17 km |
| Oct 1, 2004 | 37 km NNE of Amboy, Washington | M3.9 | 141 km | -1 km |
| Feb 8, 1995 | 9 km ESE of Hubbard, Oregon | M3.8 | 128 km | 24 km |
| Aug 3, 2006 | 2 km WNW of Cherry Grove, Washington | M3.8 | 105 km | 14 km |
| Jun 8, 1993 | 5 km ESE of Scotts Mills, Oregon | M3.7 | 143 km | 19 km |
| Aug 23, 2013 | 24 km SSE of Mossyrock, Washington | M3.7 | 131 km | 14 km |
| Oct 1, 2004 | 36 km NNE of Amboy, Washington | M3.7 | 140 km | -2 km |
| Jul 31, 2016 | 12 km NNE of Aberdeen Gardens, Washington | M3.7 | 144 km | 35 km |
| Jan 31, 2013 | 3 km ENE of Amboy, Washington | M3.7 | 120 km | 6 km |
| Sep 30, 2004 | 37 km NNE of Amboy, Washington | M3.6 | 141 km | -1 km |
| Feb 24, 1999 | 8 km WSW of Molalla, Oregon | M3.6 | 131 km | 34 km |
| Jul 25, 2006 | 37 km NNE of Amboy, Washington | M3.6 | 141 km | -1 km |
| Aug 5, 2006 | 37 km NNE of Amboy, Washington | M3.6 | 141 km | -1 km |
| Jul 31, 2006 | 37 km NNE of Amboy, Washington | M3.6 | 141 km | -1 km |
| Oct 1, 2004 | 37 km NNE of Amboy, Washington | M3.6 | 141 km | -1 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
35 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2. Total: 3 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Oct 14, 2016 | EF2 | 19 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Oct 23, 2014 | EF1 | 83 km | 1.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 2013 | EF1 | 96 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 29, 1989 | EF1 | 100 km | 1.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 1985 | EF1 | 88 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Oct 13, 1984 | EF1 | 94 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 16, 1978 | EF1 | 85 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Dec 12, 1975 | EF1 | 50 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 3, 1967 | EF1 | 27 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 11, 2024 | EF0 | 30 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Oct 28, 2024 | EF0 | 79 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Oct 11, 2023 | EF0 | 98 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2021 | EF0 | 48 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 2020 | EF0 | 86 km | 1.7 mi | 0 |
| Sep 8, 2019 | EF0 | 90 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 29, 2018 | EF0 | 74 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 6, 2009 | EF0 | 98 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 13, 2004 | EF0 | 93 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 2004 | EF0 | 87 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2004 | EF0 | 100 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 250.0 m (820 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1980 | WASHINGTON | Explosion | 250.0 m | 61 | 142 km |
| 1700 | CASCADIA SUBDUCTION ZONE | Earthquake | — | 2 | 128 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: St. Helens (142 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| St. Helens | Stratovolcano | 2,549 m (8,363 ft) | 2008 | 142 km |
| West Crater | Volcanic field | 1,329 m (4,360 ft) | -5750 | 146 km |
| Indian Heaven | Shield(s) | 1,806 m (5,925 ft) | -6250 | 166 km |
| Hood | Stratovolcano | 3,426 m (11,240 ft) | 1866 | 185 km |
| Adams | Stratovolcano | 3,742 m (12,277 ft) | 950 | 194 km |
| Rainier | Stratovolcano | 4,392 m (14,409 ft) | 1450 | 200 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Wildfire History
1 wildfire (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: ECHO MTN COMPLEX (2,161 acres, 2020).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2020 | ECHO MTN COMPLEX | 2,161 | 97 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 13.1 in | |
| February | 44°F (6°C) | 10.6 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 9.6 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 6.6 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 7.2 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 13.4 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 14.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
Cannon Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 42°F in December to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 88.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (14.0") and July the driest (1.6").