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Weather & Climate in Howell, UT
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Howell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 316 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 13.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 4,507 feet.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 45.4°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,507 ft (1,374 m) |
| Area | 35.5 sq mi (91.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7787°N, 112.4480°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Davis County County |
| Nearest Airport | Brigham City Regional (BMC) 25 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 87.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 97.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Coastal Flood | No Rating |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Relatively High |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
1,030 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.7.
| Mar 18, 2020 | 5 km NNE of Magna, Utah | M5.7 | 118 km | 12 km |
| Sep 2, 2017 | 12 km E of Soda Springs, Idaho | M5.3 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Sep 10, 2017 | 9 km NNW of Georgetown, Idaho | M5.0 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Apr 15, 2010 | 9 km NE of Randolph, Utah | M4.9 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Sep 3, 2017 | 15 km ESE of Soda Springs, Idaho | M4.7 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Sep 10, 2017 | 12 km ESE of Soda Springs, Idaho | M4.7 | 122 km | 5 km |
| Sep 3, 2017 | 10 km E of Soda Springs, Idaho | M4.7 | 125 km | 8 km |
| Sep 11, 2017 | 9 km NW of Georgetown, Idaho | M4.7 | 119 km | 8 km |
| Nov 4, 1992 | 67 km ENE of Montello, Nevada | M4.7 | 89 km | 9 km |
| Sep 6, 2017 | 11 km NNW of Georgetown, Idaho | M4.6 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Mar 18, 2020 | 6 km NNE of Magna, Utah | M4.6 | 118 km | 9 km |
| Mar 18, 2020 | 5 km NE of Magna, Utah | M4.6 | 119 km | 11 km |
| Sep 4, 2017 | 13 km ESE of Soda Springs, Idaho | M4.5 | 125 km | 6 km |
| Jan 26, 2018 | 5 km NNW of Georgetown, Idaho | M4.4 | 121 km | 10 km |
| May 5, 2024 | 16 km SW of Thatcher, Utah | M4.4 | 22 km | 7 km |
| Sep 5, 2017 | 12 km NNW of Georgetown, Idaho | M4.3 | 121 km | 3 km |
| Apr 8, 1994 | 13 km SW of Smoot, Wyoming | M4.3 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Sep 5, 2017 | 12 km NNW of Georgetown, Idaho | M4.3 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Sep 5, 2017 | 13 km NNW of Georgetown, Idaho | M4.3 | 123 km | 6 km |
| Sep 11, 2017 | 9 km NNW of Georgetown, Idaho | M4.3 | 120 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
39 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2. Total: 10 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 14, 1968 | EF2 | 66 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 22, 2016 | EF1 | 78 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1996 | EF1 | 67 km | 1.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 11, 1993 | EF1 | 95 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 23, 1992 | EF1 | 84 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 1989 | EF1 | 47 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1987 | EF1 | 54 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 1986 | EF1 | 39 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 1986 | EF1 | 93 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 1982 | EF1 | 60 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 1981 | EF1 | 96 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1981 | EF1 | 39 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 1954 | EF1 | 94 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 2023 | EF0 | 94 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2018 | EF0 | 31 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 2009 | EF0 | 54 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 25, 2007 | EF0 | 28 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 2, 2005 | EF0 | 89 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 2005 | EF0 | 27 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 4, 1998 | EF0 | 88 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.6 m (12 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1909 | UTAH | Earthquake | 3.6 m | — | 21 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Wapi Lava Field (138 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Wapi Lava Field | Shield | 1,604 m (5,262 ft) | -300 | 138 km |
| Hell's Half Acre | Shield | 1,631 m (5,351 ft) | -3250 | 191 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BLACK PINE 2 (69,897 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | BLACK PINE 2 | 69,897 | 79 km |
| 2006 | STONE 2 | 50,677 | 48 km |
| 2001 | UNNAMED | 38,647 | 29 km |
| 1994 | ELEVATOR | 31,854 | 25 km |
| 2013 | STATE | 31,011 | 29 km |
| 2006 | HOGUPS | 30,094 | 65 km |
| 2007 | MONARCH | 25,046 | 100 km |
| 2016 | BROAD MOUTH | 21,009 | 16 km |
| 2005 | SALLY | 19,726 | 82 km |
| 2005 | PARK VALLEY | 18,700 | 64 km |
| 2000 | EAST FALL CREEK | 17,131 | 97 km |
| 1996 | GOLDEN SPIKE | 16,186 | 26 km |
| 2007 | CLEVELAND | 16,172 | 81 km |
| 2016 | WEST ANTELOPE | 15,483 | 98 km |
| 2006 | SCORPIO | 14,887 | 75 km |
| 2000 | HOGUP | 14,688 | 70 km |
| 2018 | GORING | 14,538 | 11 km |
| 2007 | COW CANYON | 13,447 | 53 km |
| 2018 | CONNER | 13,357 | 96 km |
| 2017 | WILDCAT | 13,100 | 50 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.2 in |
Howell has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 21°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.8") and July the driest (0.9").