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Weather & Climate in Manchester, VT
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Manchester experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 75.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31. The city sits at an elevation of 815 feet.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 815 ft (248 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 181/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1600°N, 73.0671°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Bennington County County |
| Nearest Airport | Rutland/Southern Vermont Regional (RUT) 26 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 31.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 52.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 27.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 72.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
35 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.0.
| Jun 17, 1991 | 7 km NE of Worcester, New York | M4.0 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Apr 20, 2000 | 7 km WSW of Newcomb, New York | M3.8 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Oct 2, 1994 | 6 km W of Hardwick, Massachusetts | M3.7 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Oct 6, 1992 | 1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire | M3.4 | 122 km | 5 km |
| Oct 2, 1994 | 1 km NW of Hardwick, Massachusetts | M3.3 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Jun 16, 2000 | 5 km NE of Granville, Massachusetts | M3.3 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Sep 26, 2010 | 2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire | M3.2 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Dec 13, 2009 | 15 km N of Medusa, New York | M3.2 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Mar 11, 2020 | 0 km SSW of South Glens Falls, New York | M3.1 | 49 km | 13 km |
| Jul 24, 2007 | 12 km SSW of Altamont, New York | M3.1 | 106 km | 15 km |
| May 18, 2009 | 15 km N of Medusa, New York | M3.1 | 107 km | 9 km |
| Oct 21, 2009 | 15 km N of Medusa, New York | M2.9 | 107 km | 7 km |
| Apr 25, 2023 | 4 km SW of Center Sandwich, New Hampshire | M2.9 | 145 km | 8 km |
| Sep 29, 1994 | 13 km WNW of North Creek, New York | M2.9 | 108 km | 16 km |
| May 14, 2007 | 5 km ESE of Benson, Vermont | M2.8 | 62 km | 8 km |
| Mar 21, 2016 | 4 km ESE of Warner, New Hampshire | M2.8 | 106 km | 7 km |
| Mar 23, 1992 | 5 km SE of Hill, New Hampshire | M2.8 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Sep 28, 2002 | 2 km N of Wilton, New Hampshire | M2.8 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Aug 27, 2011 | 5 km WSW of Altamont, New York | M2.8 | 99 km | 22 km |
| Mar 22, 2009 | 9 km SW of Altamont, New York | M2.8 | 104 km | 16 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
2 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 2.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 1991 | Bob | Category 2 | 104 mph | 218 km |
| 1985 | Gloria | Category 1 | 86 mph | 142 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
137 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 4 fatalities, 142 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 28, 1973 | EF4 | 87 km | 9.8 mi | 4 |
| May 22, 2014 | EF3 | 99 km | 6.8 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF3 | 63 km | 30.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 13, 1971 | EF3 | 98 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 20, 1968 | EF3 | 23 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1963 | EF3 | 84 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 1960 | EF3 | 77 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 2013 | EF2 | 99 km | 12.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 2006 | EF2 | 87 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 2003 | EF2 | 99 km | 1.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2002 | EF2 | 27 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF2 | 92 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF2 | 80 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 3, 1997 | EF2 | 89 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 11, 1976 | EF2 | 56 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 13, 1975 | EF2 | 76 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 28, 1973 | EF2 | 49 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 27, 1972 | EF2 | 87 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1969 | EF2 | 76 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1969 | EF2 | 5 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
1 wildfire (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: EAST MOUNTAIN (964 acres, 2021).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2021 | EAST MOUNTAIN | 964 | 49 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 4.3 in |
Manchester has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 19°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (3.3").