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Weather & Climate in Rangeley, ME
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Rangeley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. The area receives 123.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. The city sits at an elevation of 1,522 feet.
Temperature
12°F Jan (-11°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 39.3°F |
| 27% below US avg | |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,522 ft (464 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 205/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9659°N, 70.6521°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Franklin County County |
| Nearest Airport | Berlin Regional (BML) 37 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 43.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 43.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 80.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| 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
28 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Feb 26, 1999 | 0 km NW of China, Maine | M3.8 | 105 km | 3 km |
| Jun 16, 1995 | 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire | M3.8 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Aug 21, 1996 | 12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire | M3.8 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jan 17, 2000 | 4 km NNE of Dixfield, Maine | M3.6 | 47 km | 16 km |
| Jan 3, 2000 | 4 km W of Leeds, Maine | M3.5 | 82 km | 10 km |
| Sep 7, 2000 | 7 km WSW of Liberty, Maine | M3.2 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Dec 25, 1999 | 4 km NE of Saint Albans, Maine | M3.0 | 101 km | 5 km |
| Nov 20, 1994 | 4 km WNW of Norway, Maine | M3.0 | 82 km | 5 km |
| Apr 25, 2023 | 4 km SW of Center Sandwich, New Hampshire | M2.9 | 147 km | 8 km |
| Feb 4, 2022 | 0 km SSW of Gorham, New Hampshire | M2.9 | 77 km | 8 km |
| Jul 28, 2024 | 6 km W of Gardiner, Maine | M2.8 | 103 km | 8 km |
| Feb 12, 1995 | 1 km NNE of Turner, Maine | M2.8 | 84 km | 5 km |
| Feb 17, 1995 | 7 km WSW of Greene, Maine | M2.7 | 94 km | 8 km |
| Jan 17, 2018 | 3 km E of Richmond, Maine | M2.7 | 121 km | 9 km |
| Feb 13, 1998 | 1 km SSE of Tamworth, New Hampshire | M2.7 | 133 km | 8 km |
| Jun 21, 2013 | 5 km W of Vassalboro, Maine | M2.6 | 91 km | 9 km |
| Jan 9, 1992 | 4 km SW of Albany, New Hampshire | M2.6 | 124 km | 9 km |
| Nov 18, 1994 | 2 km SE of Porter, Maine | M2.6 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Aug 29, 2010 | 7 km SW of Standish, Maine | M2.6 | 142 km | 6 km |
| May 2, 2011 | 3 km SW of Prospect, Maine | M2.6 | 147 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
1 hurricane (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 1991 | Bob | Category 1 | — | 263 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
51 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2. Total: 1 injury.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 9, 2000 | EF2 | 79 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 8, 1996 | EF2 | 93 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 7, 1971 | EF2 | 74 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 31, 1971 | EF2 | 61 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 31, 1971 | EF2 | 76 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 31, 1971 | EF2 | 82 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 20, 1962 | EF2 | 83 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 4, 1961 | EF2 | 77 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 15, 2014 | EF1 | 98 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 1, 2011 | EF1 | 63 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 1, 2011 | EF1 | 50 km | 8.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2010 | EF1 | 86 km | 4.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 21, 2009 | EF1 | 81 km | 16.4 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 2002 | EF1 | 72 km | 2.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 2001 | EF1 | 55 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2000 | EF1 | 50 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 13, 1999 | EF1 | 94 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 1, 1998 | EF1 | 81 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1997 | EF1 | 77 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 18, 1989 | EF1 | 54 km | 1.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°F (-11°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 13°F (-10°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 3.9 in |
Rangeley has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 12°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.8").