Weather & Climate in Greensboro Bend, VT
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Greensboro Bend has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches. The area receives 141.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,372 feet.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 43.9°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,372 ft (418 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 138/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.5614°N, 72.2656°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Caledonia County County |
| Nearest Airport | Northeast Kingdom International (EFK) 23 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 30.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 27.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 70.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
50 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.3.
| Apr 20, 2002 | 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York | M5.3 | 114 km | 5 km |
| Jul 5, 1991 | 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada | M3.8 | 149 km | 18 km |
| Nov 16, 1993 | 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada | M3.8 | 119 km | 17 km |
| Jun 16, 1995 | 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire | M3.8 | 41 km | 5 km |
| Aug 21, 1996 | 12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire | M3.8 | 84 km | 10 km |
| Jan 9, 2006 | 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada | M3.7 | 138 km | 13 km |
| Apr 20, 2002 | 5 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York | M3.7 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Jan 17, 2000 | 4 km NNE of Dixfield, Maine | M3.6 | 145 km | 16 km |
| Oct 6, 1992 | 1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire | M3.4 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Jan 13, 2020 | 5 km SW of Franklin, Canada | M3.4 | 143 km | 6 km |
| Jun 9, 1998 | 3 km N of Dannemora, New York | M3.3 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Aug 20, 1995 | 4 km S of Chambly, Canada | M3.3 | 124 km | 18 km |
| Sep 26, 2010 | 2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire | M3.2 | 148 km | 5 km |
| May 6, 2020 | 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada | M3.1 | 74 km | 14 km |
| May 24, 2002 | 6 km N of Au Sable Forks, New York | M3.1 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Nov 20, 1994 | 4 km WNW of Norway, Maine | M3.0 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Apr 15, 2010 | 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada | M3.0 | 108 km | 18 km |
| Jun 25, 2002 | 6 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York | M3.0 | 114 km | 9 km |
| Mar 9, 1999 | 7 km NW of Dannemora, New York | M2.9 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Feb 4, 2022 | 0 km SSW of Gorham, New Hampshire | M2.9 | 89 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
2 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 1991 | Bob | Category 1 | - | 260 km |
| 1985 | Gloria | Category 1 | 86 mph | 299 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
48 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 11 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 25, 1969 | EF3 | 89 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 1983 | EF2 | 70 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 1970 | EF2 | 79 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 1966 | EF2 | 64 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1963 | EF2 | 83 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1962 | EF2 | 50 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1961 | EF2 | 78 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 1960 | EF2 | 51 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 18, 1957 | EF2 | 68 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 2024 | EF1 | 83 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2022 | EF1 | 99 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 2021 | EF1 | 92 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2010 | EF1 | 14 km | 2.1 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 2009 | EF1 | 52 km | 0.6 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2008 | EF1 | 47 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1993 | EF1 | 34 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1989 | EF1 | 12 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1982 | EF1 | 46 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 22, 1973 | EF1 | 73 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 11, 1973 | EF1 | 66 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-8°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.9 in |
Greensboro Bend has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 17°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.2").