Weather & Climate in Hartstown, PA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hartstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches. The area receives 61.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,138 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
71°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,138 ft (347 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 236/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5485°N, 80.3846°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Crawford County County |
| Nearest Airport | Northeast Ohio Regional (JFN) 23 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 76.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 77.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 59.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
35 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Sep 25, 1998 | 2 km SW of Adamsville, Pennsylvania | M4.5 | 6 km | 5 km |
| Jun 10, 2019 | 1 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio | M4.0 | 90 km | 2 km |
| Jan 26, 2001 | 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.9 | 56 km | 5 km |
| Mar 12, 2007 | Ohio | M3.7 | 88 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2003 | 6 km NW of Perry, Ohio | M3.6 | 73 km | 5 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 7 km SE of Madison, Ohio | M3.6 | 53 km | 5 km |
| Oct 16, 1993 | 8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio | M3.6 | 55 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2006 | 9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio | M3.5 | 77 km | 5 km |
| Mar 15, 1992 | 15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio | M3.5 | 82 km | 5 km |
| Jan 26, 1991 | 1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio | M3.4 | 89 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2001 | 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.4 | 51 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2004 | 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio | M3.3 | 63 km | 5 km |
| Jul 1, 2013 | 5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio | M3.2 | 80 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 2008 | 6 km WNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio | M3.1 | 89 km | 5 km |
| Mar 11, 2006 | 8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio | M3.1 | 87 km | 5 km |
| Apr 25, 2010 | 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio | M3.0 | 63 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2024 | 2 km SSW of Maple Ridge, Ohio | M3.0 | 92 km | 6 km |
| Feb 23, 1995 | 3 km W of Ashtabula, Ohio | M2.9 | 51 km | 5 km |
| Aug 7, 2000 | 2 km S of Limaville, Ohio | M2.9 | 92 km | 5 km |
| Jan 4, 2022 | 3 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio | M2.8 | 91 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
279 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 72 fatalities, 938 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 31, 1985 | EF5 | 75 km | 47.0 mi | 18 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 14 km | 56.2 mi | 16 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 34 km | 14.0 mi | 12 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 56 km | 28.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 64 km | 29.0 mi | 7 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 53 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 26 km | 23.0 mi | 2 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 52 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 77 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 81 km | 39.0 mi | 9 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 92 km | 28.0 mi | 2 |
| Oct 12, 1978 | EF3 | 95 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1973 | EF3 | 96 km | 12.9 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1972 | EF3 | 16 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1971 | EF3 | 42 km | 29.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1969 | EF3 | 82 km | 84.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 29, 1966 | EF3 | 98 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 5, 1956 | EF3 | 52 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Mar 1, 1955 | EF3 | 39 km | 2.5 mi | 1 |
| Aug 24, 2023 | EF2 | 59 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1823 | LAKE ERIE | Unknown | 2.7 m | - | 97 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Wildfire History
2 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (628 acres, 1990).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 628 | 76 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 586 | 84 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 71°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.6 in |
Hartstown has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 25°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.9") and February the driest (2.0").