Weather & Climate in Saratoga, IN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Saratoga experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. The area receives 25.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,052 feet.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.7°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,052 ft (321 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,085/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2368°N, 84.9158°W |
| Timezone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| County | Darke County County |
| Nearest Airport | Delaware County Regional (MIE) 25 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 52.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 21.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 80.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
7 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Sep 12, 2004 | 4 km NW of Manilla, Indiana | M3.8 | 95 km | 2 km |
| Apr 17, 1990 | 8 km NW of Fort Recovery, Ohio | M3.0 | 25 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Minster, Ohio | M2.9 | 47 km | 5 km |
| May 12, 2006 | 2 km E of Lima, Ohio | M2.8 | 90 km | 5 km |
| Jun 12, 2015 | 6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio | M2.6 | 81 km | 5 km |
| Jan 30, 2004 | 2 km S of Rockford, Ohio | M2.5 | 53 km | 5 km |
| Jun 4, 1990 | 4 km SSE of Van Buren, Ohio | M2.5 | 144 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
547 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 37 fatalities, 920 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF5 | 100 km | 31.3 mi | 36 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF4 | 60 km | 18.2 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF4 | 62 km | 52.8 mi | 4 |
| Feb 18, 1992 | EF4 | 62 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1980 | EF4 | 84 km | 11.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 37 km | 18.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 83 km | 18.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 53 km | 52.5 mi | 4 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 87 km | 32.5 mi | 13 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 47 km | 18.4 mi | 3 |
| Mar 6, 1956 | EF4 | 67 km | 1.9 mi | 1 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | EF3 | 19 km | 41.3 mi | 1 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | EF3 | 71 km | 31.3 mi | 3 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 64 km | 6.4 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 86 km | 9.9 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 55 km | 12.8 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 48 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 40 km | 10.8 mi | 1 |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF3 | 48 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 24, 2001 | EF3 | 85 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.6 in |
Saratoga has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 26°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (2.2").