Weather & Climate in Fort Fairfield, ME
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fort Fairfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. The area receives 118.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. 82% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 393 feet.
Temperature
12°F Jan (-11°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 40.7°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 393 ft (120 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 557/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.7671°N, 67.8319°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Aroostook County County |
| Nearest Airport | Presque Isle International (PQI) 11 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 81.7% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 80.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 67.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 51.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
48 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.0.
| Jul 15, 1998 | 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada | M4.0 | 97 km | 5 km |
| May 6, 1995 | 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada | M3.9 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Jul 14, 2006 | 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine | M3.9 | 66 km | 14 km |
| Jul 14, 1994 | 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada | M3.8 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Jan 5, 2005 | 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada | M3.7 | 100 km | 5 km |
| Mar 8, 2009 | 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada | M3.6 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Aug 27, 2015 | 27 km N of Noonan, Canada | M3.6 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Jun 1, 2006 | 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada | M3.6 | 36 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 1990 | 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine | M3.5 | 65 km | 18 km |
| Oct 18, 2003 | 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine | M3.5 | 53 km | 18 km |
| Dec 12, 1990 | 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada | M3.5 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2012 | 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada | M3.4 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Apr 28, 2014 | 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada | M3.4 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Mar 8, 2009 | 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada | M3.3 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Apr 23, 1991 | 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada | M3.3 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Feb 9, 2016 | 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine | M3.3 | 134 km | 1 km |
| Aug 28, 2013 | 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada | M3.2 | 96 km | 5 km |
| Mar 21, 2013 | 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada | M3.2 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Jul 3, 2024 | 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada | M3.1 | 136 km | 12 km |
| Jan 2, 2013 | 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada | M3.0 | 105 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
31 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2. Total: 1 fatality, 5 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 15, 1958 | EF2 | 64 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 1954 | EF2 | 32 km | 1.0 mi | 1 |
| May 31, 2009 | EF1 | 29 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 2009 | EF1 | 20 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 2009 | EF1 | 70 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 2002 | EF1 | 61 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 2001 | EF1 | 95 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 18, 1994 | EF1 | 94 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 18, 1994 | EF1 | 18 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 12, 1971 | EF1 | 85 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 1, 1971 | EF1 | 28 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 21, 1965 | EF1 | 17 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1963 | EF1 | 20 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 1961 | EF1 | 7 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 29, 1961 | EF1 | 57 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 29, 1960 | EF1 | 18 km | 9.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1959 | EF1 | 29 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2016 | EF0 | 35 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 2014 | EF0 | 70 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 11, 2013 | EF0 | 93 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°F (-11°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 33°F (0°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.6 in |
Fort Fairfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 12°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.4").