Weather & Climate in Edwardsburgh/Cardinal, ON
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Edwardsburgh/Cardinal has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. The area receives 9.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 302 feet.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-10°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 43.6°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 302 ft (92 m) |
| Area | 119.7 sq mi (309.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 63/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8312°N, 75.4970°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
138 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.4.
| Jun 23, 2010 | 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada | M5.4 | 117 km | 19 km |
| Apr 20, 2002 | 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York | M5.3 | 147 km | 5 km |
| May 17, 2013 | 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada | M5.1 | 123 km | 13 km |
| May 17, 1991 | 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada | M4.4 | 114 km | 18 km |
| Oct 31, 1999 | 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada | M4.2 | 146 km | 18 km |
| Apr 18, 1998 | 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada | M4.1 | 91 km | 18 km |
| Nov 17, 1992 | 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada | M4.0 | 115 km | 18 km |
| Feb 25, 2006 | 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada | M4.0 | 92 km | 11 km |
| Jul 30, 1993 | 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada | M3.9 | 118 km | 8 km |
| Mar 16, 2011 | 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada | M3.9 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Sep 18, 2011 | 1 km E of Thurso, Canada | M3.8 | 88 km | 5 km |
| Oct 6, 2000 | 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada | M3.8 | 121 km | 18 km |
| Apr 20, 2000 | 7 km WSW of Newcomb, New York | M3.8 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Jul 5, 1991 | 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada | M3.8 | 134 km | 18 km |
| Nov 6, 2012 | Ontario-Quebec border region, Canada | M3.7 | 112 km | 11 km |
| Jan 9, 2006 | 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada | M3.7 | 129 km | 13 km |
| Apr 8, 2003 | 17 km ESE of Saint Regis Falls, New York | M3.7 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Apr 20, 2002 | 5 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York | M3.7 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Sep 12, 1995 | 8 km S of Brownsburg-Chatham, Canada | M3.7 | 120 km | 18 km |
| May 17, 2013 | 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada | M3.6 | 123 km | 11 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1908 | NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE | Meteorological | 15.0 m | 33 | 105 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-10°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 22°F (-5°C) | 2.8 in |
Edwardsburgh/Cardinal has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 15°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.1").