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Weather & Climate in Long Lake, NY
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Long Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. The area receives 104.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,637 feet.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-10°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 40.8°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,637 ft (499 m) |
| Area | 9.4 sq mi (24.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 69/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.9675°N, 74.4269°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Hamilton County County |
| Nearest Airport | Adirondack Regional (SLK) 31 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 15.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 52.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 89.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
48 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 | 84 km | 5 km |
| Jul 30, 1993 | 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada | M3.9 | 146 km | 8 km |
| Apr 20, 2000 | 7 km WSW of Newcomb, New York | M3.8 | 14 km | 5 km |
| Jul 5, 1991 | 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada | M3.8 | 147 km | 18 km |
| Oct 6, 2000 | 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada | M3.8 | 133 km | 18 km |
| Jan 9, 2006 | 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada | M3.7 | 125 km | 13 km |
| Apr 8, 2003 | 17 km ESE of Saint Regis Falls, New York | M3.7 | 72 km | 10 km |
| Apr 20, 2002 | 5 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York | M3.7 | 83 km | 5 km |
| Apr 23, 2023 | New York | M3.6 | 128 km | 9 km |
| Jan 13, 2020 | 5 km SW of Franklin, Canada | M3.4 | 120 km | 6 km |
| Jun 9, 1998 | 3 km N of Dannemora, New York | M3.3 | 104 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 1997 | 0 km WSW of Lyons Falls, New York | M3.2 | 85 km | 5 km |
| Aug 24, 2011 | 13 km ENE of Saint Regis Falls, New York | M3.2 | 82 km | 5 km |
| Mar 11, 2020 | 0 km SSW of South Glens Falls, New York | M3.1 | 98 km | 13 km |
| Sep 21, 1995 | 3 km W of Huntingdon, Canada | M3.1 | 125 km | 18 km |
| May 24, 2002 | 6 km N of Au Sable Forks, New York | M3.1 | 85 km | 10 km |
| Feb 1, 2024 | 6 km WNW of Huntingdon, Canada | M3.1 | 127 km | 8 km |
| Oct 13, 1997 | 18 km NW of Cranberry Lake, New York | M3.0 | 61 km | 4 km |
| Mar 2, 1995 | 3 km ENE of Tupper Lake, New York | M3.0 | 30 km | 4 km |
| Jun 25, 2002 | 6 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York | M3.0 | 83 km | 9 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
1 hurricane (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 1985 | Gloria | Category 1 | 86 mph | 265 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
49 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 2 fatalities, 7 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 93 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1986 | EF2 | 98 km | 0.2 mi | 1 |
| Jun 11, 1976 | EF2 | 92 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 28, 1973 | EF2 | 19 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Sep 19, 1954 | EF2 | 82 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1952 | EF2 | 53 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 2024 | EF1 | 85 km | 8.4 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 2024 | EF1 | 85 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 2024 | EF1 | 68 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 2024 | EF1 | 49 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 2024 | EF1 | 63 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 2024 | EF1 | 59 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2022 | EF1 | 91 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 2020 | EF1 | 96 km | 8.6 mi | 0 |
| Jul 8, 2014 | EF1 | 95 km | 12.3 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1993 | EF1 | 28 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 1991 | EF1 | 97 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 23, 1986 | EF1 | 91 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 26, 1986 | EF1 | 69 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 1978 | EF1 | 93 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-10°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 32°F (0°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.5 in |
Long Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 15°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.7").