Weather & Climate in Pekin, OH
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Pekin experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. The area receives 31.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,050 feet.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,050 ft (320 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 810/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7207°N, 81.1246°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Carroll County County |
| Nearest Airport | Akron-Canton Regional (CAK) 21 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 19.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 55.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 44.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
46 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 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Jun 10, 2019 | 1 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio | M4.0 | 110 km | 2 km |
| Jan 26, 2001 | 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.9 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Mar 12, 2007 | Ohio | M3.7 | 66 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2003 | 6 km NW of Perry, Ohio | M3.6 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Oct 16, 1993 | 8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio | M3.6 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 7 km SE of Madison, Ohio | M3.6 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2006 | 9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio | M3.5 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Mar 15, 1992 | 15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio | M3.5 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2017 | 1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio | M3.4 | 91 km | 2 km |
| Jan 26, 1991 | 1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio | M3.4 | 95 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2001 | 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.4 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2004 | 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio | M3.3 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Jul 1, 2013 | 5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio | M3.2 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio | M3.1 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Apr 22, 2025 | 3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio | M3.1 | 96 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 2008 | 6 km WNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio | M3.1 | 114 km | 5 km |
| Mar 11, 2006 | 8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio | M3.1 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Apr 24, 2025 | 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio | M3.1 | 101 km | 6 km |
| Mar 30, 2024 | 2 km SSW of Maple Ridge, Ohio | M3.0 | 21 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
351 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 56 fatalities, 898 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 31, 1985 | EF5 | 53 km | 47.0 mi | 18 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 99 km | 56.2 mi | 16 |
| Jul 12, 1992 | EF3 | 54 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 12, 1992 | EF3 | 93 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 56 km | 39.0 mi | 9 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 80 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 81 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| Oct 12, 1978 | EF3 | 19 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1973 | EF3 | 59 km | 12.9 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1969 | EF3 | 47 km | 2.0 mi | 1 |
| Sep 29, 1966 | EF3 | 89 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 5, 1956 | EF3 | 60 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Mar 1, 1955 | EF3 | 72 km | 2.5 mi | 1 |
| May 7, 2024 | EF2 | 31 km | 15.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 24, 2023 | EF2 | 86 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 24, 2023 | EF2 | 85 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 1, 2022 | EF2 | 92 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Oct 21, 2021 | EF2 | 76 km | 15.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 2021 | EF2 | 15 km | 6.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 2021 | EF2 | 60 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.9 in |
Pekin has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 26°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.5").