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Weather & Climate in Lowman, ID
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Lowman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33. The city sits at an elevation of 4,401 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 44.3°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,401 ft (1,341 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.0720°N, 115.6183°W |
| Timezone | America/Boise |
| County | Valley County County |
| Nearest Airport | Boise Air Trml/Gowen Field (BOI) 46 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 55.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 32.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 64.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
1,671 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.5.
| Mar 31, 2020 | Stanley, Idaho | M6.5 | 59 km | 12 km |
| Jan 3, 2015 | 9 km E of Challis, Idaho | M5.0 | 129 km | 9 km |
| Feb 26, 2024 | 10 km N of Smiths Ferry, Idaho | M4.9 | 53 km | 12 km |
| Apr 13, 2014 | 15 km NNW of Challis, Idaho | M4.8 | 119 km | 4 km |
| Apr 1, 2020 | 21 km WNW of Stanley, Idaho | M4.8 | 46 km | 10 km |
| Jun 7, 1994 | 18 km E of Challis, Idaho | M4.8 | 137 km | 5 km |
| May 4, 1992 | 20 km E of Challis, Idaho | M4.6 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Jun 25, 2020 | 27 km NW of Stanley, Idaho | M4.6 | 50 km | 8 km |
| Apr 14, 2014 | 13 km NW of Challis, Idaho | M4.4 | 118 km | 7 km |
| Dec 28, 1991 | southern Idaho | M4.4 | 131 km | 5 km |
| May 6, 1992 | 17 km E of Challis, Idaho | M4.4 | 136 km | 5 km |
| May 14, 2020 | 31 km NW of Stanley, Idaho | M4.4 | 50 km | 13 km |
| Apr 1, 2020 | 23 km NW of Stanley, Idaho | M4.4 | 47 km | 7 km |
| May 21, 2020 | 26 km NW of Stanley, Idaho | M4.4 | 51 km | 6 km |
| Jan 28, 1995 | 33 km NNE of Stanley, Idaho | M4.3 | 82 km | 5 km |
| Feb 17, 1992 | 33 km NNE of Stanley, Idaho | M4.3 | 83 km | 5 km |
| Mar 22, 1992 | 11 km NE of Challis, Idaho | M4.3 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Jun 8, 2025 | 24 km E of Clayton, Idaho | M4.3 | 123 km | 7 km |
| Jan 27, 2025 | 26 km NW of Clayton, Idaho | M4.2 | 84 km | 9 km |
| Jun 14, 2020 | 10 km NW of Stanley, Idaho | M4.2 | 51 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
25 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF1.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 19, 1991 | EF1 | 74 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 26, 1984 | EF1 | 82 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 21, 1984 | EF1 | 89 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 1, 1983 | EF1 | 99 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1961 | EF1 | 90 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 1958 | EF1 | 75 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1956 | EF1 | 82 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 2023 | EF0 | 79 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 25, 2004 | EF0 | 87 km | — | 0 |
| Aug 25, 2004 | EF0 | 93 km | — | 0 |
| Apr 6, 2003 | EF0 | 94 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 29, 2002 | EF0 | 82 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 7, 2002 | EF0 | 74 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2000 | EF0 | 94 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 2000 | EF0 | 77 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 2000 | EF0 | 77 km | — | 0 |
| Aug 3, 2000 | EF0 | 80 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 2000 | EF0 | 62 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2000 | EF0 | 96 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1998 | EF0 | 75 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Black Butte Crater Lava Field (142 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Black Butte Crater Lava Field | Shield | 1,478 m (4,849 ft) | -8400 | 142 km |
| Jordan Craters | Volcanic field | 1,473 m (4,833 ft) | -1250 | 181 km |
| Craters of the Moon | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,005 m (6,578 ft) | -130 | 185 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: CASCADE COMPLEX (MONUMENTAL) (317,157 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | CASCADE COMPLEX (MONUMENTAL) | 317,157 | 76 km |
| 1992 | FOOTHILLS | 228,631 | 62 km |
| 2012 | HALSTEAD | 190,156 | 66 km |
| 2016 | PIONEER | 189,596 | 8 km |
| 2024 | PADDOCK | 186,842 | 71 km |
| 1994 | IDAHO CITY COMPLEX (RABBIT CREEK) | 150,456 | 23 km |
| 2013 | PONY COMPLEX | 148,188 | 76 km |
| 2012 | TRINITY RIDGE | 141,807 | 43 km |
| 2013 | ELK COMPLEX | 129,565 | 67 km |
| 2021 | BOUNDARY | 97,995 | 68 km |
| 1987 | DEADWOOD | 57,051 | 49 km |
| 2006 | CHERRY | 56,773 | 61 km |
| 2000 | SALMON CHALLIS WILDERNESS COMPLEX (LITTLE PISTOL) | 53,790 | 83 km |
| 2006 | RATTLESNAKE COMPLEX | 48,330 | 27 km |
| 1989 | SMOKEY CREEK | 47,682 | 8 km |
| 1986 | BISSELL CK | 40,847 | 81 km |
| 2005 | VALLEY ROAD | 40,801 | 71 km |
| 2022 | ROSS FORK | 40,690 | 65 km |
| 1986 | VAN DUSEN | 39,901 | 66 km |
| 2008 | SOUTH BARKER WFU | 36,091 | 59 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 53°F (11°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
Lowman has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 22°F in December to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (0.7").