Weather & Climate in Ossian, IN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ossian experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. The area receives 33.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 819 feet.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 819 ft (250 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,759/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8769°N, 85.1687°W |
| Timezone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| County | Wells County County |
| Nearest Airport | Fort Wayne International (FWA) 7 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 22.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 17.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 85.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
9 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Sep 12, 2004 | 4 km NW of Manilla, Indiana | M3.8 | 148 km | 2 km |
| Jun 30, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan | M3.3 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Jan 26, 2012 | 5 km NE of Topeka, Indiana | M3.0 | 82 km | 5 km |
| Apr 17, 1990 | 8 km NW of Fort Recovery, Ohio | M3.0 | 54 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Minster, Ohio | M2.9 | 84 km | 5 km |
| May 12, 2006 | 2 km E of Lima, Ohio | M2.8 | 93 km | 5 km |
| Jun 12, 2015 | 6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio | M2.6 | 35 km | 5 km |
| Jan 30, 2004 | 2 km S of Rockford, Ohio | M2.5 | 49 km | 5 km |
| Jun 4, 1990 | 4 km SSE of Van Buren, Ohio | M2.5 | 131 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
513 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 69 fatalities, 1,157 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF4 | 35 km | 52.8 mi | 4 |
| Feb 18, 1992 | EF4 | 53 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 92 km | 18.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 82 km | 32.5 mi | 13 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 95 km | 90.3 mi | 23 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 41 km | 52.5 mi | 4 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 94 km | 21.6 mi | 5 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 89 km | 18.4 mi | 3 |
| Mar 6, 1956 | EF4 | 48 km | 1.9 mi | 1 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | EF3 | 93 km | 31.3 mi | 3 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | EF3 | 78 km | 41.3 mi | 1 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 57 km | 6.4 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 38 km | 12.8 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 81 km | 13.7 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 54 km | 10.8 mi | 1 |
| Aug 24, 2016 | EF3 | 37 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 24, 2016 | EF3 | 98 km | 8.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2010 | EF3 | 90 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 18, 2007 | EF3 | 96 km | 20.3 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 2004 | EF3 | 83 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.5 in |
Ossian has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 26°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (2.1").