Weather & Climate in Kilbourne, OH
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kilbourne experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches. The area receives 19.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 919 feet.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 919 ft (280 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 42/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3323°N, 82.9592°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Morrow County County |
| Nearest Airport | John Glenn Columbus International (CMH) 23 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 24.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 30.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 54.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
20 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Feb 19, 1995 | 8 km SSE of Rocky Fork Point, Ohio | M3.6 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Nov 20, 2013 | 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio | M3.5 | 118 km | 8 km |
| May 24, 2017 | 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio | M3.4 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Jun 3, 2017 | 1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio | M3.4 | 149 km | 2 km |
| Apr 24, 2025 | 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio | M3.1 | 131 km | 6 km |
| Apr 22, 2025 | 3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio | M3.1 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Jun 5, 2011 | 5 km W of Lodi, Ohio | M3.0 | 107 km | 5 km |
| May 9, 2025 | 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio | M2.9 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Minster, Ohio | M2.9 | 122 km | 5 km |
| May 12, 2006 | 2 km E of Lima, Ohio | M2.8 | 105 km | 5 km |
| Apr 29, 2025 | 1 km SE of Pleasant City, Ohio | M2.8 | 131 km | 2 km |
| May 14, 2010 | 1 km ENE of Gibsonburg, Ohio | M2.7 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Nov 25, 1998 | 1 km SSW of New London, Ohio | M2.7 | 95 km | 5 km |
| May 20, 2023 | 3 km SSE of Walbridge, Ohio | M2.6 | 143 km | 6 km |
| Feb 11, 2015 | 8 km SE of Richmond Dale, Ohio | M2.6 | 133 km | 20 km |
| Jun 4, 1990 | 4 km SSE of Van Buren, Ohio | M2.5 | 103 km | 5 km |
| Mar 18, 2024 | 4 km WSW of Millbury, Ohio | M2.5 | 142 km | 6 km |
| Feb 7, 2016 | 6 km W of Put-in-Bay, Ohio | M2.5 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Jan 30, 2004 | 2 km S of Rockford, Ohio | M2.5 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Jan 26, 2018 | 7 km NNW of Vincent, Ohio | M2.5 | 146 km | 11 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
406 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 15 fatalities, 404 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF3 | 50 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF3 | 87 km | 21.0 mi | 1 |
| Oct 13, 1999 | EF3 | 81 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 27 km | 29.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 13, 1981 | EF3 | 19 km | 3.8 mi | 4 |
| May 10, 1973 | EF3 | 75 km | 89.6 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 1971 | EF3 | 84 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 22, 1971 | EF3 | 40 km | 6.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1970 | EF3 | 76 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF3 | 83 km | 15.0 mi | 4 |
| Jun 5, 2024 | EF2 | 74 km | 1.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | EF2 | 72 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | EF2 | 48 km | 19.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 28, 2024 | EF2 | 89 km | 21.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 28, 2024 | EF2 | 37 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF2 | 93 km | 5.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 14, 2019 | EF2 | 61 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 5, 2017 | EF2 | 46 km | 1.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 5, 2017 | EF2 | 94 km | 0.6 mi | 0 |
| Sep 4, 2017 | EF2 | 51 km | 16.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 2.5 in |
Kilbourne has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 29°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.9").