Weather & Climate in New Hampton, NH
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
New Hampton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 61.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 634 feet.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 634 ft (193 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 224/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.6106°N, 71.6528°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Belknap County County |
| Nearest Airport | Eastern Slopes Regional (FRY) 44 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 85.2% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 57.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 17.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 81.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
42 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| Oct 16, 2012 | 5 km W of Hollis Center, Maine | M4.7 | 80 km | 16 km |
| Jun 16, 1995 | 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire | M3.8 | 78 km | 5 km |
| Aug 21, 1996 | 12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire | M3.8 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Jan 27, 2025 | 9 km SE of York Harbor, Maine | M3.8 | 106 km | 11 km |
| Oct 2, 1994 | 6 km W of Hardwick, Massachusetts | M3.7 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Jan 17, 2000 | 4 km NNE of Dixfield, Maine | M3.6 | 144 km | 16 km |
| Jan 3, 2000 | 4 km W of Leeds, Maine | M3.5 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Oct 6, 1992 | 1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire | M3.4 | 32 km | 5 km |
| Oct 2, 1994 | 1 km NW of Hardwick, Massachusetts | M3.3 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Sep 26, 2010 | 2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire | M3.2 | 32 km | 5 km |
| Jan 10, 1999 | 2 km ENE of Merrimac, Massachusetts | M3.1 | 102 km | 2 km |
| Jan 27, 2000 | 3 km WNW of Fremont, New Hampshire | M3.0 | 78 km | 1 km |
| Nov 20, 1994 | 4 km WNW of Norway, Maine | M3.0 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Jan 10, 1999 | 1 km NNE of Merrimac, Massachusetts | M3.0 | 101 km | 2 km |
| Jun 7, 2010 | 29 km SE of York Beach, Maine | M2.9 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Feb 4, 2022 | 0 km SSW of Gorham, New Hampshire | M2.9 | 94 km | 8 km |
| Apr 25, 2023 | 4 km SW of Center Sandwich, New Hampshire | M2.9 | 23 km | 8 km |
| May 14, 2007 | 5 km ESE of Benson, Vermont | M2.8 | 129 km | 8 km |
| Mar 9, 2008 | 25 km SE of York Beach, Maine | M2.8 | 123 km | 0 km |
| Sep 28, 2002 | 2 km N of Wilton, New Hampshire | M2.8 | 83 km | 5 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 | 146 km |
| 1985 | Gloria | Category 1 | 86 mph | 212 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
121 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 30 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 25, 1969 | EF3 | 29 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1963 | EF3 | 87 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 1953 | EF3 | 90 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 2008 | EF2 | 58 km | 50.5 mi | 1 |
| Jun 5, 2002 | EF2 | 99 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 6, 1999 | EF2 | 43 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF2 | 69 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 3, 1997 | EF2 | 75 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 22, 1981 | EF2 | 44 km | 8.7 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1976 | EF2 | 84 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1973 | EF2 | 24 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 3, 1972 | EF2 | 28 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1969 | EF2 | 91 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 1968 | EF2 | 88 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 10, 1966 | EF2 | 73 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 1966 | EF2 | 75 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 1966 | EF2 | 56 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 13, 1963 | EF2 | 98 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 1963 | EF2 | 37 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 1963 | EF2 | 69 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 5.2 in |
New Hampton has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 19°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.9") and February the driest (3.4").