Weather & Climate in Lowellville, OH
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Lowellville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. The area receives 27.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. 66% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 852 feet.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 852 ft (260 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 770/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0372°N, 80.5422°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Mahoning County County |
| Nearest Airport | Youngstown/Warren Regional (YNG) 17 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 66.2% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 83.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 66.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 80.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
39 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 | 53 km | 5 km |
| Jun 10, 2019 | 1 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio | M4.0 | 105 km | 2 km |
| Jan 26, 2001 | 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.9 | 103 km | 5 km |
| Mar 12, 2007 | Ohio | M3.7 | 75 km | 5 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 7 km SE of Madison, Ohio | M3.6 | 85 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2003 | 6 km NW of Perry, Ohio | M3.6 | 101 km | 5 km |
| Oct 16, 1993 | 8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio | M3.6 | 83 km | 5 km |
| Mar 15, 1992 | 15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio | M3.5 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2006 | 9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio | M3.5 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2001 | 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.4 | 98 km | 5 km |
| Jan 26, 1991 | 1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio | M3.4 | 94 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2017 | 1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio | M3.4 | 140 km | 2 km |
| Jun 30, 2004 | 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio | M3.3 | 94 km | 5 km |
| Jul 1, 2013 | 5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio | M3.2 | 105 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 2008 | 6 km WNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio | M3.1 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Mar 11, 2006 | 8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio | M3.1 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Apr 22, 2025 | 3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio | M3.1 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2024 | 2 km SSW of Maple Ridge, Ohio | M3.0 | 46 km | 6 km |
| Apr 25, 2010 | 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio | M3.0 | 94 km | 5 km |
| Jun 5, 2011 | 5 km W of Lodi, Ohio | M3.0 | 129 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
343 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 77 fatalities, 1,202 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 31, 1985 | EF5 | 54 km | 47.0 mi | 18 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 49 km | 56.2 mi | 16 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 96 km | 29.0 mi | 7 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 88 km | 14.0 mi | 12 |
| Jun 3, 1980 | EF4 | 81 km | 11.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 12, 1992 | EF3 | 79 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 25 km | 39.0 mi | 9 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 58 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 98 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 81 km | 23.0 mi | 2 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 98 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| Oct 12, 1978 | EF3 | 41 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1973 | EF3 | 77 km | 12.9 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1972 | EF3 | 55 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1971 | EF3 | 99 km | 29.3 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1969 | EF3 | 99 km | 2.0 mi | 1 |
| Sep 29, 1966 | EF3 | 96 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 1963 | EF3 | 97 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Aug 5, 1956 | EF3 | 18 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Mar 1, 1955 | EF3 | 28 km | 2.5 mi | 1 |
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 | - | 144 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 3.1 in |
Lowellville has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 28°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (2.2").