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Weather & Climate in Clifton, TN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Clifton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 302 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 61.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 477 feet.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 58.0°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 477 ft (145 m) |
| Area | 5.6 sq mi (14.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 473/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.3773°N, 87.9912°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Wayne County County |
| Nearest Airport | Maury County Regional (MRC) 47 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 43.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 79.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 8.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
28 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.4.
| Nov 6, 2009 | 6 km NNW of Dyersburg, Tennessee | M3.4 | 150 km | 9 km |
| Nov 6, 1994 | 11 km WSW of Trenton, Tennessee | M3.1 | 116 km | 11 km |
| May 10, 2008 | 1 km SSE of Sherman, Mississippi | M3.1 | 138 km | 0 km |
| May 4, 1994 | 2 km NNW of Addison, Alabama | M3.0 | 148 km | 19 km |
| May 4, 1994 | 12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama | M3.0 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Jan 2, 2000 | 4 km SW of Lester, Alabama | M2.9 | 87 km | 10 km |
| Jan 2, 2000 | 4 km SW of Lester, Alabama | M2.9 | 87 km | 13 km |
| Apr 3, 1992 | 4 km NE of Central, Tennessee | M2.9 | 145 km | 8 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 7 km NW of Elkmont, Alabama | M2.8 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Sep 20, 1990 | 6 km N of Elkmont, Alabama | M2.8 | 103 km | 4 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 11 km S of Pulaski, Tennessee | M2.8 | 93 km | 20 km |
| Jan 23, 2024 | 5 km WNW of Trimble, Tennessee | M2.7 | 147 km | 4 km |
| Mar 11, 2006 | 17 km E of Olivet, Tennessee | M2.7 | 20 km | 2 km |
| Mar 11, 2017 | 6 km SW of Trinity, Alabama | M2.7 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Aug 13, 2022 | 6 km NW of Hazel Green, Alabama | M2.7 | 132 km | 13 km |
| Jan 15, 2016 | 8 km ENE of Natural Bridge, Alabama | M2.6 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Jul 8, 2001 | 7 km SE of Franklin, Tennessee | M2.6 | 121 km | 0 km |
| Jul 31, 1999 | 5 km SW of Moulton, Alabama | M2.6 | 120 km | 0 km |
| Jul 31, 1999 | 3 km SSW of Moulton, Alabama | M2.6 | 120 km | 0 km |
| May 27, 1998 | 1 km S of Rutherford, Tennessee | M2.6 | 121 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
464 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 115 fatalities, 1,060 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 16, 1998 | EF5 | 18 km | 69.4 mi | 3 |
| Feb 5, 2008 | EF4 | 30 km | 16.2 mi | 3 |
| Feb 5, 2008 | EF4 | 86 km | 7.6 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF4 | 95 km | 39.0 mi | 11 |
| May 5, 1999 | EF4 | 22 km | 6.0 mi | 3 |
| Jan 17, 1999 | EF4 | 84 km | 16.0 mi | 6 |
| May 18, 1995 | EF4 | 63 km | 29.0 mi | 3 |
| Apr 3, 1956 | EF4 | 49 km | 11.6 mi | 3 |
| Mar 21, 1952 | EF4 | 91 km | 46.8 mi | 38 |
| May 8, 2024 | EF3 | 93 km | 11.5 mi | 1 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 79 km | 86.0 mi | 9 |
| Dec 23, 2015 | EF3 | 27 km | 48.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2014 | EF3 | 96 km | 15.6 mi | 2 |
| Apr 11, 2008 | EF3 | 55 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 2008 | EF3 | 72 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 86 km | 21.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 26, 2001 | EF3 | 100 km | 5.0 mi | 2 |
| Jan 22, 1999 | EF3 | 77 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 16, 1998 | EF3 | 91 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 26, 1994 | EF3 | 26 km | 38.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
9 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: 1686 COUNTY ROAD 202 (933 acres, 2022).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2022 | 1686 COUNTY ROAD 202 | 933 | 98 km |
| 2007 | ROCKHOUSE ROAD | 791 | 29 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 762 | 21 km |
| 2021 | PRENTISS CR 1331 | 713 | 86 km |
| 2011 | YELLOW CREEK | 572 | 74 km |
| 1999 | UNNAMED | 564 | 32 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 523 | 45 km |
| 2014 | HIGHWAY 77 | 518 | 95 km |
| 2014 | MERIWETHER LEWIS | 513 | 51 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 5.7 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 5.8 in |
Clifton has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 38°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.0") and October the driest (3.4").