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Weather & Climate in Sardis, OH
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sardis 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. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 1,029 feet.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,029 ft (314 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 363/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6269°N, 80.9058°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Tyler County County |
| Nearest Airport | Mid-Ohio Valley Regional (PKB) 34 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 35.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 95.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 45.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
33 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.5.
| Nov 20, 2013 | 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio | M3.5 | 113 km | 8 km |
| Apr 24, 2009 | 7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio | M3.4 | 145 km | 8 km |
| Apr 4, 2010 | 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia | M3.4 | 114 km | 0 km |
| Jun 3, 2017 | 1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio | M3.4 | 46 km | 2 km |
| Mar 31, 2013 | West Virginia | M3.4 | 109 km | 8 km |
| May 24, 2017 | 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio | M3.4 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 2025 | 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio | M3.1 | 61 km | 6 km |
| Apr 22, 2025 | 3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio | M3.1 | 58 km | 5 km |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio | M3.1 | 50 km | 5 km |
| Apr 2, 2017 | 5 km W of Graysville, Ohio | M3.0 | 29 km | 4 km |
| Mar 30, 2024 | 2 km SSW of Maple Ridge, Ohio | M3.0 | 142 km | 6 km |
| May 9, 2025 | 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio | M2.9 | 61 km | 5 km |
| Aug 7, 2000 | 2 km S of Limaville, Ohio | M2.9 | 150 km | 5 km |
| May 6, 2002 | 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio | M2.8 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Apr 29, 2025 | 1 km SE of Pleasant City, Ohio | M2.8 | 61 km | 2 km |
| Feb 3, 2025 | 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio | M2.8 | 50 km | 10 km |
| Jul 30, 2013 | 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia | M2.8 | 88 km | 13 km |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia | M2.8 | 40 km | 5 km |
| Jan 10, 2012 | 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia | M2.8 | 118 km | 0 km |
| Jul 20, 2013 | 6 km SW of Glenville, West Virginia | M2.7 | 81 km | 21 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
137 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 5 fatalities, 109 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Sep 16, 2010 | EF3 | 92 km | 9.1 mi | 1 |
| Oct 1, 1986 | EF3 | 38 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1980 | EF3 | 87 km | 29.8 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1969 | EF3 | 79 km | 2.0 mi | 1 |
| Feb 28, 2024 | EF2 | 29 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 1, 2022 | EF2 | 55 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Oct 21, 2021 | EF2 | 75 km | 15.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 2021 | EF2 | 63 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 10, 2003 | EF2 | 76 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| May 23, 2000 | EF2 | 82 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 1998 | EF2 | 45 km | 0.3 mi | 1 |
| Jan 8, 1998 | EF2 | 63 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 1990 | EF2 | 85 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 10, 1986 | EF2 | 88 km | 5.0 mi | 1 |
| Jul 28, 1981 | EF2 | 41 km | 6.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1981 | EF2 | 49 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1981 | EF2 | 97 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1978 | EF2 | 79 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 1971 | EF2 | 64 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 13, 1971 | EF2 | 69 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-1°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 3.2 in |
Sardis has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 29°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.6").