Weather & Climate in Jackson Center, OH
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Jackson Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches. The area receives 18.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,031 feet.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,031 ft (314 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 796/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4390°N, 84.0408°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Shelby County County |
| Nearest Airport | James M Cox Dayton International (DAY) 38 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 56.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 51.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 91.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
9 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.0.
| Apr 17, 1990 | 8 km NW of Fort Recovery, Ohio | M3.0 | 69 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Minster, Ohio | M2.9 | 31 km | 5 km |
| May 12, 2006 | 2 km E of Lima, Ohio | M2.8 | 34 km | 5 km |
| May 14, 2010 | 1 km ENE of Gibsonburg, Ohio | M2.7 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Jun 12, 2015 | 6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio | M2.6 | 84 km | 5 km |
| May 20, 2023 | 3 km SSE of Walbridge, Ohio | M2.6 | 132 km | 6 km |
| Jan 30, 2004 | 2 km S of Rockford, Ohio | M2.5 | 58 km | 5 km |
| Jun 4, 1990 | 4 km SSE of Van Buren, Ohio | M2.5 | 81 km | 5 km |
| Mar 18, 2024 | 4 km WSW of Millbury, Ohio | M2.5 | 132 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
475 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 87 fatalities, 2,432 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF5 | 90 km | 31.3 mi | 36 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF4 | 77 km | 18.2 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF4 | 72 km | 52.8 mi | 4 |
| Sep 20, 2000 | EF4 | 88 km | 9.0 mi | 1 |
| Feb 18, 1992 | EF4 | 55 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 30 km | 18.4 mi | 3 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 42 km | 32.5 mi | 13 |
| Jun 8, 1953 | EF4 | 88 km | 118.0 mi | 17 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | EF3 | 14 km | 31.3 mi | 3 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | EF3 | 96 km | 41.3 mi | 1 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 63 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 75 km | 9.9 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 56 km | 10.8 mi | 1 |
| May 14, 2014 | EF3 | 86 km | 8.9 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF3 | 43 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF3 | 79 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 24, 2001 | EF3 | 51 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 22, 1992 | EF3 | 95 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 10, 1986 | EF3 | 92 km | 7.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1981 | EF3 | 97 km | 3.8 mi | 4 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 2.6 in |
Jackson Center has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 27°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.3").