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Weather & Climate in Central Frontenac, ON
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Central Frontenac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.6 inches. The area receives 14.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 807 feet.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-10°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 807 ft (246 m) |
| Area | 382.8 sq mi (991.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.7134°N, 76.8623°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
35 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| May 17, 2013 | 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada | M5.1 | 123 km | 13 km |
| May 17, 2013 | 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada | M3.6 | 123 km | 11 km |
| Oct 20, 2013 | 34 km SSW of Petawawa, Canada | M3.6 | 110 km | 18 km |
| Apr 23, 2023 | New York | M3.6 | 116 km | 9 km |
| Dec 25, 1998 | 23 km SE of Cobourg, Canada | M3.6 | 130 km | 18 km |
| May 14, 2016 | 8 km NW of Petawawa, Canada | M3.5 | 143 km | 18 km |
| May 28, 2002 | 11 km WNW of Shawville, Canada | M3.4 | 104 km | 18 km |
| Jun 29, 2024 | 14 km W of Ellisburg, New York | M3.3 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Sep 9, 2015 | 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada | M3.2 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Oct 3, 2009 | 18 km NNE of Pembroke, Canada | M3.1 | 140 km | 18 km |
| May 8, 2009 | 9 km E of Constance Bay, Canada | M3.1 | 112 km | 21 km |
| Feb 24, 2002 | 7 km WSW of Casselman, Canada | M3.1 | 148 km | 18 km |
| May 17, 2013 | 21 km NNE of Shawville, Canada | M3.1 | 124 km | 18 km |
| Jun 30, 2013 | 19 km NNE of Shawville, Canada | M3.1 | 122 km | 14 km |
| May 28, 2009 | 17 km N of Wakefield, Canada | M3.0 | 148 km | 4 km |
| Nov 7, 2002 | 13 km SSW of Belleville, Canada | M3.0 | 87 km | 18 km |
| Mar 7, 2008 | 7 km WSW of Casselman, Canada | M2.9 | 147 km | 7 km |
| Jul 21, 2011 | 27 km NW of Wakefield, Canada | M2.9 | 135 km | 15 km |
| May 30, 2013 | 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada | M2.9 | 124 km | 13 km |
| Jul 27, 2014 | 13 km SW of Pembroke, Canada | M2.9 | 119 km | 18 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-10°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.9 in |
Central Frontenac has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 13°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.1").