Weather & Climate in Choctaw Lake, OH
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Choctaw Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches. The area receives 20.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. 83% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,067 feet.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,067 ft (325 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,063/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9594°N, 83.4901°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Madison County County |
| Nearest Airport | Rickenbacker International (LCK) 31 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 82.9% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 24.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 12.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 73.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
15 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Feb 19, 1995 | 8 km SSE of Rocky Fork Point, Ohio | M3.6 | 93 km | 10 km |
| Nov 20, 2013 | 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio | M3.5 | 124 km | 8 km |
| May 24, 2017 | 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio | M3.4 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Feb 3, 2025 | 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio | M3.1 | 140 km | 26 km |
| Apr 17, 1990 | 8 km NW of Fort Recovery, Ohio | M3.0 | 128 km | 5 km |
| Apr 25, 2020 | 2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky | M2.9 | 147 km | 27 km |
| Apr 4, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Minster, Ohio | M2.9 | 92 km | 5 km |
| May 12, 2006 | 2 km E of Lima, Ohio | M2.8 | 100 km | 5 km |
| Mar 17, 1999 | 2 km NNE of Ripley, Ohio | M2.8 | 137 km | 0 km |
| May 11, 2015 | 5 km ESE of Maysville, Kentucky | M2.6 | 150 km | 11 km |
| Jul 23, 2013 | 6 km NNE of Germantown, Kentucky | M2.6 | 145 km | 4 km |
| Feb 11, 2015 | 8 km SE of Richmond Dale, Ohio | M2.6 | 111 km | 20 km |
| Mar 8, 2016 | 0 km N of Thurman, Ohio | M2.6 | 148 km | 20 km |
| Jan 30, 2004 | 2 km S of Rockford, Ohio | M2.5 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Jun 4, 1990 | 4 km SSE of Van Buren, Ohio | M2.5 | 127 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
483 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 56 fatalities, 1,986 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF5 | 60 km | 31.3 mi | 36 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF4 | 84 km | 18.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 2000 | EF4 | 54 km | 9.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 87 km | 18.4 mi | 3 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | EF3 | 85 km | 31.3 mi | 3 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 83 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 57 km | 9.9 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 2014 | EF3 | 44 km | 8.9 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF3 | 44 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 13, 1999 | EF3 | 59 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 1993 | EF3 | 85 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 70 km | 29.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 13, 1981 | EF3 | 78 km | 3.8 mi | 4 |
| May 10, 1973 | EF3 | 42 km | 89.6 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 1971 | EF3 | 69 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 22, 1971 | EF3 | 48 km | 6.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1970 | EF3 | 56 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1969 | EF3 | 63 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Nov 16, 1965 | EF3 | 51 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 28, 1961 | EF3 | 68 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 3.2 in |
Choctaw Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 26°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (2.3").