Weather & Climate in Proctorsville, VT
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Proctorsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. The area receives 83.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 928 feet.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.5°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 928 ft (283 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 381/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3808°N, 72.6415°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Windsor County County |
| Nearest Airport | Rutland/Southern Vermont Regional (RUT) 19 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 61.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 24.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 72.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
45 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Jun 16, 1995 | 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire | M3.8 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Apr 20, 2000 | 7 km WSW of Newcomb, New York | M3.8 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Aug 21, 1996 | 12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire | M3.8 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Oct 2, 1994 | 6 km W of Hardwick, Massachusetts | M3.7 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Apr 20, 2002 | 5 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York | M3.7 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Oct 6, 1992 | 1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire | M3.4 | 86 km | 5 km |
| Oct 2, 1994 | 1 km NW of Hardwick, Massachusetts | M3.3 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Jun 16, 2000 | 5 km NE of Granville, Massachusetts | M3.3 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Dec 13, 2009 | 15 km N of Medusa, New York | M3.2 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Sep 26, 2010 | 2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire | M3.2 | 85 km | 5 km |
| May 24, 2002 | 6 km N of Au Sable Forks, New York | M3.1 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Mar 11, 2020 | 0 km SSW of South Glens Falls, New York | M3.1 | 81 km | 13 km |
| Jan 10, 1999 | 2 km ENE of Merrimac, Massachusetts | M3.1 | 148 km | 2 km |
| Jul 24, 2007 | 12 km SSW of Altamont, New York | M3.1 | 148 km | 15 km |
| May 18, 2009 | 15 km N of Medusa, New York | M3.1 | 150 km | 9 km |
| Jan 10, 1999 | 1 km NNE of Merrimac, Massachusetts | M3.0 | 147 km | 2 km |
| Jan 27, 2000 | 3 km WNW of Fremont, New Hampshire | M3.0 | 126 km | 1 km |
| Oct 21, 2009 | 15 km N of Medusa, New York | M2.9 | 149 km | 7 km |
| Apr 25, 2023 | 4 km SW of Center Sandwich, New Hampshire | M2.9 | 104 km | 8 km |
| Sep 29, 1994 | 13 km WNW of North Creek, New York | M2.9 | 127 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 | 195 km |
| 1985 | Gloria | Category 1 | 86 mph | 165 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
120 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 20 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 25, 1969 | EF3 | 93 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 20, 1968 | EF3 | 34 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1963 | EF3 | 69 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 2006 | EF2 | 95 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2002 | EF2 | 24 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF2 | 68 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 3, 1997 | EF2 | 80 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 11, 1976 | EF2 | 88 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 28, 1973 | EF2 | 91 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1973 | EF2 | 60 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 27, 1972 | EF2 | 99 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 3, 1972 | EF2 | 98 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1969 | EF2 | 64 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1969 | EF2 | 42 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 1968 | EF2 | 92 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 1966 | EF2 | 82 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 1966 | EF2 | 17 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 1966 | EF2 | 91 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 13, 1963 | EF2 | 71 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1962 | EF2 | 10 km | 7.6 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 | 84 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.2 in |
Proctorsville has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 21°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.2").