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Weather & Climate in Elliot Lake, ON
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Elliot Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. The area receives 69.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,017 feet.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 241 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,017 ft (310 m) |
| Area | 268.8 sq mi (696.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 42/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.3834°N, 82.6332°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
6 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.9.
| Mar 9, 1998 | Ontario, Canada | M3.9 | 120 km | 1 km |
| Aug 5, 2014 | 6 km NNW of Lively, Canada | M3.8 | 111 km | 5 km |
| Mar 13, 2005 | 5 km N of Greater Sudbury, Canada | M3.6 | 128 km | 18 km |
| May 25, 1998 | 3 km NW of Lively, Canada | M3.4 | 112 km | 1 km |
| Aug 5, 2014 | 5 km NNW of Lively, Canada | M3.3 | 112 km | 12 km |
| Feb 8, 2019 | 7 km SW of Azilda, Canada | M3.1 | 113 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 13°F (-10°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 44°F (6°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 3.4 in |
Elliot Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 13°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.8").