Weather & Climate in Richford, VT
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Richford experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 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 463 feet.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.5°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 463 ft (141 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,509/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9940°N, 72.6694°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Franklin County County |
| Nearest Airport | Northeast Kingdom International (EFK) 23 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 29.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 11.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 91.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
65 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.3.
| Apr 20, 2002 | 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York | M5.3 | 97 km | 5 km |
| May 17, 1991 | 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada | M4.4 | 147 km | 18 km |
| Oct 10, 2012 | 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada | M3.9 | 97 km | 9 km |
| Jul 30, 1993 | 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada | M3.9 | 118 km | 8 km |
| Sep 1, 2024 | 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada | M3.8 | 117 km | 1 km |
| Nov 16, 1993 | 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada | M3.8 | 68 km | 17 km |
| Jul 5, 1991 | 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada | M3.8 | 100 km | 18 km |
| Feb 11, 2002 | 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada | M3.8 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Jun 16, 1995 | 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire | M3.8 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Aug 21, 1996 | 12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire | M3.8 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Oct 6, 2000 | 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada | M3.8 | 107 km | 18 km |
| Jan 9, 2006 | 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada | M3.7 | 95 km | 13 km |
| Apr 20, 2002 | 5 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York | M3.7 | 98 km | 5 km |
| Apr 8, 2003 | 17 km ESE of Saint Regis Falls, New York | M3.7 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 1997 | 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada | M3.5 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Jan 13, 2020 | 5 km SW of Franklin, Canada | M3.4 | 102 km | 6 km |
| Jun 9, 1998 | 3 km N of Dannemora, New York | M3.3 | 87 km | 5 km |
| Aug 20, 1995 | 4 km S of Chambly, Canada | M3.3 | 67 km | 18 km |
| May 17, 2021 | 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada | M3.3 | 113 km | 12 km |
| Jun 1, 2002 | 3 km SW of Boisbriand, Canada | M3.2 | 114 km | 18 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
29 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2. Total: 8 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 8, 1983 | EF2 | 64 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 1970 | EF2 | 47 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1963 | EF2 | 43 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1962 | EF2 | 24 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1961 | EF2 | 35 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 1960 | EF2 | 44 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 18, 1957 | EF2 | 16 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2010 | EF1 | 46 km | 2.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2008 | EF1 | 35 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1993 | EF1 | 54 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1989 | EF1 | 47 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 22, 1973 | EF1 | 75 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 11, 1973 | EF1 | 55 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1972 | EF1 | 28 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1962 | EF1 | 36 km | 9.4 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1962 | EF1 | 24 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 1961 | EF1 | 40 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1956 | EF1 | 93 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1953 | EF1 | 40 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 2012 | EF0 | 46 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
1 wildfire (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: FLAT ROCK FIRE (658 acres, 2018).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2018 | FLAT ROCK FIRE | 658 | 77 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.9 in |
Richford has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 19°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.0").