Weather & Climate in Sligo, PA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sligo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 34.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,325 feet.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,325 ft (404 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 532/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.1102°N, 79.5031°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Clarion County County |
| Nearest Airport | Venango Regional (FKL) 26 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 30.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 56.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 75.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very 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 | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
16 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 | 85 km | 5 km |
| Jan 26, 2001 | 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.9 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Oct 16, 1993 | 8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio | M3.6 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 7 km SE of Madison, Ohio | M3.6 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2001 | 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.4 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2024 | 2 km SSW of Maple Ridge, Ohio | M3.0 | 133 km | 6 km |
| Aug 7, 2000 | 2 km S of Limaville, Ohio | M2.9 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Feb 23, 1995 | 3 km W of Ashtabula, Ohio | M2.9 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Jun 1, 2024 | 1 km E of Madison, Ohio | M2.6 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Jan 5, 2024 | 3 km SE of Madison, Ohio | M2.6 | 145 km | 9 km |
| Feb 14, 2009 | 4 km WSW of Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio | M2.6 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Jan 20, 2001 | 0 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio | M2.6 | 136 km | 5 km |
| May 12, 2025 | 4 km ESE of Madison, Ohio | M2.5 | 144 km | 4 km |
| Jul 17, 2003 | 1 km SE of Edgewood, Ohio | M2.5 | 134 km | 3 km |
| Sep 11, 2024 | 4 km WNW of Claysville, Pennsylvania | M2.5 | 135 km | 4 km |
| Dec 17, 1990 | 5 km SSE of Middleboro, Pennsylvania | M2.5 | 107 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
291 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 47 fatalities, 759 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 99 km | 28.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 70 km | 69.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 94 km | 56.2 mi | 16 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 70 km | 29.0 mi | 4 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 50 km | 29.0 mi | 7 |
| Jun 3, 1980 | EF4 | 55 km | 11.8 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 87 km | 39.0 mi | 9 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 63 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 85 km | 23.0 mi | 2 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 72 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 1976 | EF3 | 85 km | 11.8 mi | 1 |
| May 2, 1972 | EF3 | 72 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1971 | EF3 | 99 km | 29.3 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1963 | EF3 | 73 km | 8.4 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 1963 | EF3 | 93 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Mar 1, 1955 | EF3 | 99 km | 2.5 mi | 1 |
| Jun 26, 2024 | EF2 | 81 km | 10.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 2022 | EF2 | 33 km | 8.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 14, 2019 | EF2 | 78 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 2, 2018 | EF2 | 28 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
2 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (628 acres, 1990).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 628 | 46 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 586 | 57 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-4°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.7 in |
Sligo has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 24°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.3") and February the driest (2.7").