Weather & Climate in Greens Fork, IN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Greens Fork experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. The area receives 24.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,012 feet.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,012 ft (308 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,636/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8915°N, 85.0392°W |
| Timezone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| County | Wayne County County |
| Nearest Airport | Delaware County Regional (MIE) 31 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 74.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 78.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 69.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
8 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Sep 12, 2004 | 4 km NW of Manilla, Indiana | M3.8 | 62 km | 2 km |
| Dec 20, 1990 | 5 km S of Stilesville, Indiana | M3.7 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Apr 14, 2000 | 4 km NW of Heritage Lake, Indiana | M3.6 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Apr 17, 1990 | 8 km NW of Fort Recovery, Ohio | M3.0 | 65 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Minster, Ohio | M2.9 | 78 km | 5 km |
| May 12, 2006 | 2 km E of Lima, Ohio | M2.8 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Jun 12, 2015 | 6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio | M2.6 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Jan 30, 2004 | 2 km S of Rockford, Ohio | M2.5 | 93 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
579 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 68 fatalities, 2,549 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF5 | 89 km | 31.3 mi | 36 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF4 | 50 km | 18.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 2000 | EF4 | 94 km | 9.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 9, 1999 | EF4 | 93 km | 10.0 mi | 4 |
| Jun 11, 1998 | EF4 | 79 km | 13.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1990 | EF4 | 75 km | 33.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1980 | EF4 | 48 km | 11.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 93 km | 19.8 mi | 2 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 55 km | 18.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 26 km | 18.0 mi | 1 |
| May 14, 1972 | EF4 | 90 km | 30.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 79 km | 52.5 mi | 4 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 76 km | 18.4 mi | 3 |
| Apr 25, 1961 | EF4 | 74 km | 63.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 6, 1956 | EF4 | 88 km | 1.9 mi | 1 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | EF3 | 33 km | 41.3 mi | 1 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 99 km | 5.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 81 km | 6.4 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 79 km | 10.8 mi | 1 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 50 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-4°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.1 in |
Greens Fork has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 26°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.3").