Weather & Climate in South Fallsburg, NY

Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.

South Fallsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 271 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 51.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 57.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,210 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	46.0°F
	15% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,210 ft (369 m)
Area	6.1 sq mi (15.8 km²)
Population Density	580/sq mi
Coordinates	41.7039°N, 74.6326°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Sullivan County County
Nearest Airport	Sullivan County International (MSV) 9 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.9"

37% above US avg

Snowfall 57.9"

Wettest Month (May) 4.65"

Driest Month (Feb) 3.03"

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	78.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	48.0 / 100
Community Resilience	56.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

30 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.

Apr 5, 2024	2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake	M4.8	113 km	3 km
Jun 17, 1991	7 km NE of Worcester, New York	M4.0	103 km	5 km
Apr 5, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M3.7	113 km	4 km
Dec 13, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M3.2	106 km	10 km
Aug 26, 2003	4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey	M3.1	128 km	3 km
May 18, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M3.1	106 km	9 km
Jul 24, 2007	12 km SSW of Altamont, New York	M3.1	109 km	15 km
Aug 3, 2025	0 km W of Little Ferry, New Jersey	M3.0	106 km	10 km
Oct 28, 1991	3 km WNW of Stamford, Connecticut	M3.0	113 km	10 km
Feb 3, 2009	1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey	M3.0	93 km	0 km
Oct 21, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M2.9	106 km	7 km
Apr 27, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.9	113 km	5 km
May 24, 2024	6 km E of Califon, New Jersey	M2.9	111 km	7 km
Aug 5, 2025	1 km N of Hillsdale, New Jersey	M2.8	91 km	12 km
Aug 27, 2011	5 km WSW of Altamont, New York	M2.8	118 km	22 km
Mar 22, 2009	9 km SW of Altamont, New York	M2.8	112 km	16 km
Apr 12, 1991	2 km ENE of North Castle, New York	M2.7	102 km	9 km
Aug 25, 2011	5 km WSW of Altamont, New York	M2.7	118 km	18 km
Feb 18, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M2.7	106 km	9 km
Feb 20, 2009	15 km SSW of Altamont, New York	M2.7	106 km	8 km

Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 2.

Year	Name	Category	Max Wind	Closest
1991	Bob	Category 2	104 mph	257 km
1985	Gloria	Category 1	86 mph	154 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).

Tornado History

158 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 11 fatalities, 80 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Path	Fatalities
May 31, 1998	EF3	100 km	5.0 mi	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	59 km	20.0 mi	0
Jul 14, 1988	EF3	42 km	7.2 mi	0
Mar 21, 1976	EF3	93 km	0.5 mi	0
Jun 16, 1974	EF3	90 km	49.1 mi	0
May 28, 1973	EF3	95 km	0.4 mi	0
Apr 22, 2023	EF2	27 km	10.0 mi	0
May 15, 2018	EF2	82 km	1.2 mi	0
Jul 23, 2010	EF2	61 km	25.7 mi	0
Jul 29, 2009	EF2	52 km	7.4 mi	0
Jul 12, 2006	EF2	95 km	10.1 mi	0
Jul 21, 2003	EF2	78 km	1.5 mi	0
May 18, 2000	EF2	57 km	0.2 mi	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	58 km	3.0 mi	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	63 km	2.0 mi	0
May 29, 1995	EF2	90 km	15.0 mi	0
Sep 18, 1991	EF2	75 km	4.0 mi	0
Jul 10, 1989	EF2	85 km	0.5 mi	0
Oct 1, 1986	EF2	64 km	0.1 mi	0
Jul 26, 1986	EF2	18 km	0.5 mi	0

Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1895	HIGH BRIDGE, NJ	Earthquake	—	—	117 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.

Wildfire History

13 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (23,000 acres, 1985).

Year	Name	Acres Burned	Distance
1985	UNNAMED	23,000	71 km
2016	16 MILE	7,896	71 km
2024	JENNINGS CREEK	5,069	65 km
2015	ROOSA GAP	2,747	19 km
2008	UNNAMED	2,224	30 km
2016	SAMS POINT FIRE-VERKEERDER FIRE	1,929	24 km
2006	CHERRYTOWN FIRE	943	28 km
1988	UNNAMED	833	66 km
2020	SEVEN PINES	790	84 km
2016	BEAR TOWN	649	76 km
2016	SHERWOOD	642	74 km
2024	WHITEHOUSE	607	27 km
1999	WORTHINGTO	514	89 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	23°F (-5°C)	3.3 in	Coldest
February	24°F (-4°C)	3.0 in	Driest
March	33°F (1°C)	3.6 in
April	44°F (7°C)	4.1 in
May	56°F (13°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
June	64°F (18°C)	4.4 in
July	69°F (20°C)	4.3 in	Warmest
August	67°F (20°C)	4.2 in
September	60°F (15°C)	4.0 in
October	49°F (9°C)	3.7 in
November	39°F (4°C)	4.2 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	3.7 in

South Fallsburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 23°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (3.0").

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