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Weather & Climate in Franklin, MD
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Franklin experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches. The area receives 33.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,105 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.5°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,105 ft (337 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,271/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4989°N, 79.0516°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Garrett County County |
| Nearest Airport | Greater Cumberland Regional (CBE) 17 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 16.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 48.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 57.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
5 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Jul 16, 2010 | 5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland | M3.6 | 144 km | 7 km |
| Jan 17, 2016 | 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia | M3.0 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Sep 11, 2024 | 4 km WNW of Claysville, Pennsylvania | M2.5 | 139 km | 4 km |
| Aug 15, 2010 | 19 km ESE of Burnsville, West Virginia | M2.5 | 141 km | 17 km |
| Aug 21, 2010 | 19 km WNW of Helvetia, West Virginia | M2.5 | 140 km | 11 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
167 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 3 fatalities, 114 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF4 | 63 km | 36.5 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF3 | 28 km | 13.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 3, 1980 | EF3 | 73 km | 29.8 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1967 | EF3 | 27 km | 0.3 mi | 1 |
| Aug 25, 2023 | EF2 | 62 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 2, 2018 | EF2 | 78 km | 1.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2011 | EF2 | 94 km | 33.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 2004 | EF2 | 89 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 2004 | EF2 | 84 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2002 | EF2 | 97 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 13 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 42 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 58 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1997 | EF2 | 95 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 1, 1986 | EF2 | 76 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1980 | EF2 | 97 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1977 | EF2 | 43 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 4, 1975 | EF2 | 93 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 13, 1971 | EF2 | 73 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1969 | EF2 | 23 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: WAITES RUN (5,496 acres, 2024).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2024 | WAITES RUN | 5,496 | 65 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 2,460 | 99 km |
| 2024 | CAPON | 2,302 | 81 km |
| 2001 | NEW CREEK MTN | 1,689 | 58 km |
| 2024 | DOVE HOLLOW | 1,634 | 67 km |
| 2020 | UNNAMED | 1,572 | 74 km |
| 2013 | SMOKE HOLE FIRE | 1,436 | 74 km |
| 2019 | DRY HOLLOW | 1,327 | 78 km |
| 2024 | GAULEY RIDGE RX | 1,263 | 99 km |
| 2012 | POINT 2 | 1,126 | 92 km |
| 2000 | BRAKE RUN SHEN. MT. RD. | 1,055 | 71 km |
| 2018 | GATE MOUNTAIN | 972 | 97 km |
| 2014 | BEAR DEN | 945 | 50 km |
| 2024 | SERENITY RIDGE FIRE | 877 | 98 km |
| 2024 | SPRING RUN | 847 | 65 km |
| 2019 | KENNEDY PEAK | 769 | 96 km |
| 2024 | GRACE MOUNTAIN | 760 | 79 km |
| 2012 | WOLF GAP | 710 | 72 km |
| 1994 | ELKHORN TOWER | 696 | 65 km |
| 1984 | UNNAMED | 696 | 88 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 3.0 in |
Franklin has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 30°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.6").