Weather & Climate in Plain City, OH
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Plain City experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches. The area receives 24.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 937 feet.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 937 ft (286 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,209/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1075°N, 83.2736°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Union County County |
| Nearest Airport | John Glenn Columbus International (CMH) 22 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 32.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 97.5 / 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 | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
15 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Feb 19, 1995 | 8 km SSE of Rocky Fork Point, Ohio | M3.6 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Nov 20, 2013 | 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio | M3.5 | 117 km | 8 km |
| May 24, 2017 | 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio | M3.4 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Feb 3, 2025 | 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio | M3.1 | 145 km | 26 km |
| Apr 24, 2025 | 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio | M3.1 | 149 km | 6 km |
| Apr 17, 1990 | 8 km NW of Fort Recovery, Ohio | M3.0 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jun 5, 2011 | 5 km W of Lodi, Ohio | M3.0 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Minster, Ohio | M2.9 | 101 km | 5 km |
| May 9, 2025 | 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio | M2.9 | 150 km | 5 km |
| May 12, 2006 | 2 km E of Lima, Ohio | M2.8 | 98 km | 5 km |
| May 14, 2010 | 1 km ENE of Gibsonburg, Ohio | M2.7 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Nov 25, 1998 | 1 km SSW of New London, Ohio | M2.7 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Feb 11, 2015 | 8 km SE of Richmond Dale, Ohio | M2.6 | 116 km | 20 km |
| Jan 30, 2004 | 2 km S of Rockford, Ohio | M2.5 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Jun 4, 1990 | 4 km SSE of Van Buren, Ohio | M2.5 | 114 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
450 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 53 fatalities, 1,798 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF5 | 85 km | 31.3 mi | 36 |
| Sep 20, 2000 | EF4 | 79 km | 9.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 98 km | 18.4 mi | 3 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | EF3 | 89 km | 31.3 mi | 3 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 81 km | 9.9 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 2014 | EF3 | 68 km | 8.9 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF3 | 36 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 13, 1999 | EF3 | 62 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 48 km | 29.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 13, 1981 | EF3 | 54 km | 3.8 mi | 4 |
| May 10, 1973 | EF3 | 49 km | 89.6 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 1971 | EF3 | 69 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 22, 1971 | EF3 | 33 km | 6.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1970 | EF3 | 57 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1969 | EF3 | 88 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Nov 16, 1965 | EF3 | 70 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 28, 1961 | EF3 | 79 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1950 | EF3 | 96 km | 9.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2024 | EF2 | 97 km | 1.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | EF2 | 36 km | 19.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 2.5 in |
Plain City has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 29°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.9").