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Weather & Climate in Danforth, ME
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Danforth has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. The area receives 95.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. The city sits at an elevation of 378 feet.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-10°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 40.9°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 378 ft (115 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 204/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6596°N, 67.8683°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Penobscot County County |
| Nearest Airport | Houlton International (HUL) 32 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 78.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 31.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 93.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
| Avalanche | 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: M3.9.
| Jul 14, 2006 | 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine | M3.9 | 149 km | 14 km |
| Sep 16, 1994 | 7 km SE of Lee, Maine | M3.6 | 48 km | 5 km |
| Feb 2, 2016 | 8 km E of Lubec, Maine | M3.6 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Sep 16, 1994 | 9 km SE of Lee, Maine | M3.6 | 48 km | 5 km |
| Jun 1, 2006 | 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada | M3.6 | 108 km | 5 km |
| Aug 27, 2015 | 27 km N of Noonan, Canada | M3.6 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Jan 10, 2019 | 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada | M3.4 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Jan 14, 2023 | 7 km ESE of Dedham, Maine | M3.3 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Oct 25, 2001 | 4 km S of Howland, Maine | M3.3 | 81 km | 9 km |
| Sep 16, 1994 | 9 km SE of Lee, Maine | M3.3 | 48 km | 5 km |
| Sep 16, 1994 | 9 km SE of Lee, Maine | M3.3 | 48 km | 5 km |
| Feb 9, 2016 | 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine | M3.3 | 41 km | 1 km |
| Oct 15, 2003 | 11 km E of Saint Andrews, Canada | M3.1 | 99 km | 18 km |
| Aug 17, 2022 | 3 km SE of Centerville, Maine | M3.0 | 110 km | 5 km |
| Dec 25, 1999 | 4 km NE of Saint Albans, Maine | M3.0 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2010 | 7 km WSW of Dedham, Maine | M3.0 | 130 km | 4 km |
| Jan 17, 2021 | 4 km ESE of Centerville, Maine | M2.9 | 110 km | 5 km |
| Mar 14, 2018 | 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada | M2.9 | 132 km | 2 km |
| Aug 11, 2022 | 4 km E of Centerville, Maine | M2.8 | 108 km | 6 km |
| Aug 11, 2022 | Maine | M2.8 | 109 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
1 hurricane (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2008 | Kyle | Category 1 | 75 mph | 245 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
20 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2. Total: 3 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 7, 1971 | EF2 | 57 km | 5.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 7, 1971 | EF2 | 35 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 1971 | EF2 | 61 km | 13.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 16, 1959 | EF2 | 89 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 16, 1957 | EF2 | 37 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 7, 1954 | EF2 | 67 km | 7.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 12, 2019 | EF1 | 28 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 5, 2017 | EF1 | 47 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 5, 2017 | EF1 | 64 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 2009 | EF1 | 99 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 2002 | EF1 | 64 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 2001 | EF1 | 83 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 25, 1975 | EF1 | 83 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1959 | EF1 | 97 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 2014 | EF0 | 55 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 2013 | EF0 | 1 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 2010 | EF0 | 81 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 2009 | EF0 | 86 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 23, 2002 | EF0 | 81 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1961 | EF0 | 79 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-10°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-9°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 4.0 in |
Danforth has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 13°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.8").