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Weather & Climate in Downsville, NY
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Downsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,155 feet.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-5°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 46.2°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,155 ft (352 m) |
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0846°N, 74.9977°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Delaware County County |
| Nearest Airport | Sullivan County International (MSV) 28 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 83.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 85.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 63.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
17 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.0.
| Jun 17, 1991 | 7 km NE of Worcester, New York | M4.0 | 66 km | 5 km |
| Dec 13, 2009 | 15 km N of Medusa, New York | M3.2 | 91 km | 10 km |
| Jul 24, 2007 | 12 km SSW of Altamont, New York | M3.1 | 93 km | 15 km |
| May 18, 2009 | 15 km N of Medusa, New York | M3.1 | 91 km | 9 km |
| Feb 3, 2009 | 1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey | M3.0 | 141 km | 0 km |
| Oct 21, 2009 | 15 km N of Medusa, New York | M2.9 | 91 km | 7 km |
| Aug 5, 2025 | 1 km N of Hillsdale, New Jersey | M2.8 | 143 km | 12 km |
| Mar 22, 2009 | 9 km SW of Altamont, New York | M2.8 | 95 km | 16 km |
| Aug 27, 2011 | 5 km WSW of Altamont, New York | M2.8 | 100 km | 22 km |
| Aug 25, 2011 | 5 km WSW of Altamont, New York | M2.7 | 100 km | 18 km |
| Feb 18, 2009 | 15 km N of Medusa, New York | M2.7 | 91 km | 9 km |
| Feb 27, 2008 | 2 km SW of Central Bridge, New York | M2.7 | 86 km | 6 km |
| Feb 20, 2009 | 15 km SSW of Altamont, New York | M2.7 | 92 km | 8 km |
| Aug 22, 2000 | 2 km WSW of Brewster Hill, New York | M2.6 | 135 km | 7 km |
| Jul 24, 2007 | 13 km SSW of Altamont, New York | M2.6 | 92 km | 14 km |
| Dec 13, 2009 | 14 km N of Medusa, New York | M2.6 | 91 km | 10 km |
| Jan 15, 1992 | 5 km NNE of Tuxedo Park, New York | M2.5 | 117 km | 7 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
2 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 2.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 1991 | Bob | Category 2 | 104 mph | 299 km |
| 1985 | Gloria | Category 1 | 86 mph | 183 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
142 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 2 fatalities, 76 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jul 10, 1989 | EF4 | 91 km | 42.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF3 | 88 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF3 | 95 km | 62.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF3 | 50 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 14, 1988 | EF3 | 93 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1974 | EF3 | 98 km | 49.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 22, 2023 | EF2 | 32 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2011 | EF2 | 82 km | 7.4 mi | 0 |
| Jul 23, 2010 | EF2 | 56 km | 25.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 2009 | EF2 | 98 km | 7.4 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 2003 | EF2 | 86 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 18, 2000 | EF2 | 90 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF2 | 77 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF2 | 81 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF2 | 86 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 1991 | EF2 | 56 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 14, 1989 | EF2 | 79 km | 2.0 mi | 2 |
| Oct 1, 1986 | EF2 | 41 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 26, 1986 | EF2 | 69 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1976 | EF2 | 66 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
6 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: 16 MILE (7,896 acres, 2016).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2016 | 16 MILE | 7,896 | 99 km |
| 2015 | ROOSA GAP | 2,747 | 69 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 2,224 | 72 km |
| 2016 | SAMS POINT FIRE-VERKEERDER FIRE | 1,929 | 70 km |
| 2006 | CHERRYTOWN FIRE | 943 | 58 km |
| 2024 | WHITEHOUSE | 607 | 50 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 3.4 in |
Downsville has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 22°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.6").