Weather & Climate in Shaker Heights, OH
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Shaker Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. The area receives 63.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54. 37% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,024 feet.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-1°C)
74°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,024 ft (312 m) |
| Area | 6.3 sq mi (16.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,611/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4761°N, 81.5492°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Cuyahoga County County |
| Nearest Airport | Cleveland-Hopkins International (CLE) 16 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 54.0 |
| Rating | Moderate |
| Good Days % | 37.2% |
| Unhealthy Days | 6 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 98.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 64.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 98.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very High |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Very High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
46 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Sep 25, 1998 | 2 km SW of Adamsville, Pennsylvania | M4.5 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Jun 10, 2019 | 1 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio | M4.0 | 24 km | 2 km |
| Jan 26, 2001 | 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.9 | 81 km | 5 km |
| Mar 12, 2007 | Ohio | M3.7 | 26 km | 5 km |
| Oct 16, 1993 | 8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio | M3.6 | 51 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2003 | 6 km NW of Perry, Ohio | M3.6 | 46 km | 5 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 7 km SE of Madison, Ohio | M3.6 | 56 km | 5 km |
| Mar 15, 1992 | 15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio | M3.5 | 55 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2006 | 9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio | M3.5 | 48 km | 5 km |
| Apr 20, 2018 | Michigan | M3.4 | 141 km | 3 km |
| Jun 3, 2001 | 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.4 | 81 km | 5 km |
| Jan 26, 1991 | 1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio | M3.4 | 10 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2004 | 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio | M3.3 | 52 km | 5 km |
| Jul 1, 2013 | 5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio | M3.2 | 41 km | 5 km |
| Mar 11, 2006 | 8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio | M3.1 | 36 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 2008 | 6 km WNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio | M3.1 | 29 km | 5 km |
| Feb 23, 2011 | 18 km NE of Leamington, Canada | M3.0 | 105 km | 5 km |
| Jun 5, 2011 | 5 km W of Lodi, Ohio | M3.0 | 67 km | 5 km |
| Apr 25, 2010 | 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio | M3.0 | 52 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2024 | 2 km SSW of Maple Ridge, Ohio | M3.0 | 76 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
293 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 77 fatalities, 1,011 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 31, 1985 | EF5 | 45 km | 47.0 mi | 18 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 86 km | 56.2 mi | 16 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 92 km | 14.0 mi | 12 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 65 km | 22.0 mi | 18 |
| Jul 12, 1992 | EF3 | 47 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 12, 1992 | EF3 | 39 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 46 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 18 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| Oct 12, 1978 | EF3 | 92 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1973 | EF3 | 32 km | 12.9 mi | 0 |
| Sep 29, 1966 | EF3 | 3 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 5, 1956 | EF3 | 80 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Mar 1, 1955 | EF3 | 77 km | 2.5 mi | 1 |
| Aug 24, 2023 | EF2 | 6 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 24, 2023 | EF2 | 38 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Nov 5, 2017 | EF2 | 75 km | 6.7 mi | 0 |
| Sep 16, 2010 | EF2 | 86 km | 11.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 22, 2006 | EF2 | 97 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 12, 2003 | EF2 | 82 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF2 | 73 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1823 | LAKE ERIE | Unknown | 2.7 m | - | 101 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-1°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 2.0 in |
Shaker Heights has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 29°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.5").