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Weather & Climate in Canton, OH
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Canton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches. The area receives 47.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 1,070 feet.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.7°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,070 ft (326 m) |
| Area | 26.5 sq mi (68.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,643/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8077°N, 81.3672°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Stark County County |
| Nearest Airport | Akron-Canton Regional (CAK) 8 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 88.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 30.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 86.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
44 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Sep 25, 1998 | 2 km SW of Adamsville, Pennsylvania | M4.5 | 112 km | 5 km |
| Jun 10, 2019 | 1 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio | M4.0 | 97 km | 2 km |
| Jan 26, 2001 | 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.9 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Mar 12, 2007 | Ohio | M3.7 | 53 km | 5 km |
| Oct 16, 1993 | 8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio | M3.6 | 103 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2003 | 6 km NW of Perry, Ohio | M3.6 | 111 km | 5 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 7 km SE of Madison, Ohio | M3.6 | 108 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2006 | 9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio | M3.5 | 115 km | 5 km |
| Mar 15, 1992 | 15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio | M3.5 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2017 | 1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio | M3.4 | 99 km | 2 km |
| Jan 26, 1991 | 1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio | M3.4 | 81 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2001 | 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.4 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2004 | 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio | M3.3 | 111 km | 5 km |
| Jul 1, 2013 | 5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio | M3.2 | 110 km | 5 km |
| Apr 22, 2025 | 3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio | M3.1 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio | M3.1 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 2008 | 6 km WNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio | M3.1 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Mar 11, 2006 | 8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio | M3.1 | 108 km | 5 km |
| Apr 24, 2025 | 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio | M3.1 | 105 km | 6 km |
| Apr 25, 2010 | 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio | M3.0 | 111 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
366 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 58 fatalities, 949 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 31, 1985 | EF5 | 47 km | 47.0 mi | 18 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 88 km | 22.0 mi | 18 |
| Jul 12, 1992 | EF3 | 37 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 12, 1992 | EF3 | 71 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 76 km | 39.0 mi | 9 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 76 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 63 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| Oct 12, 1978 | EF3 | 38 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1973 | EF3 | 44 km | 12.9 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1969 | EF3 | 58 km | 2.0 mi | 1 |
| Sep 29, 1966 | EF3 | 73 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 5, 1956 | EF3 | 68 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Mar 1, 1955 | EF3 | 78 km | 2.5 mi | 1 |
| May 7, 2024 | EF2 | 54 km | 15.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 24, 2023 | EF2 | 79 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 24, 2023 | EF2 | 70 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 21, 2021 | EF2 | 97 km | 15.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 2021 | EF2 | 37 km | 6.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 2021 | EF2 | 75 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Nov 5, 2017 | EF2 | 100 km | 6.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 38°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.9 in |
Canton has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 28°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.2").