Weather & Climate in Rushville, OH
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Rushville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. The area receives 20.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,055 feet.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.2°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,055 ft (322 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,388/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7644°N, 82.4303°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Perry County County |
| Nearest Airport | Rickenbacker International (LCK) 27 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 26.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 48.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 44.2 / 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 Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
26 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 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Nov 20, 2013 | 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio | M3.5 | 40 km | 8 km |
| May 24, 2017 | 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio | M3.4 | 60 km | 10 km |
| Jun 3, 2017 | 1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio | M3.4 | 99 km | 2 km |
| Apr 24, 2009 | 7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio | M3.4 | 97 km | 8 km |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio | M3.1 | 87 km | 5 km |
| Apr 22, 2025 | 3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio | M3.1 | 82 km | 5 km |
| Apr 24, 2025 | 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio | M3.1 | 77 km | 6 km |
| Feb 3, 2025 | 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio | M3.1 | 95 km | 26 km |
| Apr 2, 2017 | 5 km W of Graysville, Ohio | M3.0 | 102 km | 4 km |
| Jun 5, 2011 | 5 km W of Lodi, Ohio | M3.0 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Apr 25, 2020 | 2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky | M2.9 | 125 km | 27 km |
| May 9, 2025 | 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio | M2.9 | 77 km | 5 km |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia | M2.8 | 107 km | 5 km |
| May 6, 2002 | 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio | M2.8 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Feb 3, 2025 | 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio | M2.8 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 2025 | 1 km SE of Pleasant City, Ohio | M2.8 | 78 km | 2 km |
| Nov 25, 1998 | 1 km SSW of New London, Ohio | M2.7 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Mar 8, 2016 | 0 km N of Thurman, Ohio | M2.6 | 96 km | 20 km |
| Sep 4, 2011 | 3 km N of Saint Marys, West Virginia | M2.6 | 112 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
297 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 12 fatalities, 352 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Sep 16, 2010 | EF3 | 87 km | 9.1 mi | 1 |
| Oct 13, 1999 | EF3 | 51 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 51 km | 29.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 13, 1981 | EF3 | 91 km | 3.8 mi | 4 |
| Feb 22, 1971 | EF3 | 48 km | 6.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1970 | EF3 | 48 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Nov 16, 1965 | EF3 | 95 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2024 | EF2 | 47 km | 1.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 2024 | EF2 | 79 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Feb 28, 2024 | EF2 | 44 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 2022 | EF2 | 51 km | 9.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 15, 2021 | EF2 | 89 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF2 | 38 km | 5.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 2011 | EF2 | 29 km | 3.9 mi | 0 |
| Sep 16, 2010 | EF2 | 2 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 16, 2010 | EF2 | 43 km | 3.3 mi | 0 |
| Oct 11, 2006 | EF2 | 48 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 11, 2006 | EF2 | 58 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 10, 2003 | EF2 | 88 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 2002 | EF2 | 100 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
4 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 37-38 (1,050 acres, 2022).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2022 | LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 37-38 | 1,050 | 41 km |
| 2021 | LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 1-12 | 1,037 | 38 km |
| 2022 | LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 11-19 | 936 | 37 km |
| 2022 | LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 24 | 709 | 44 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 2.9 in |
Rushville has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 29°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.3").