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Weather & Climate in Spencer, NY
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Spencer experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 998 feet.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 998 ft (304 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 815/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2151°N, 76.4947°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Tioga County County |
| Nearest Airport | Ithaca Tompkins International (ITH) 19 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 59.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 48.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 73.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
5 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.2.
| Feb 3, 2001 | 6 km W of Bath, New York | M3.2 | 75 km | 0 km |
| Jun 10, 2025 | 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 74 km | 8 km |
| Mar 15, 2022 | 5 km SSW of Warsaw, New York | M2.6 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Apr 11, 2007 | 6 km NNE of Sodus Point, New York | M2.6 | 129 km | 7 km |
| Jan 25, 1999 | New York | M2.5 | 125 km | 3 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
150 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 7 fatalities, 62 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF3 | 76 km | 26.0 mi | 2 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF3 | 33 km | 62.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 26 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 24 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1969 | EF3 | 89 km | 17.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 30, 1955 | EF3 | 37 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 2, 2018 | EF2 | 94 km | 2.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 2018 | EF2 | 58 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 8, 2014 | EF2 | 74 km | 6.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 21, 2011 | EF2 | 98 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2011 | EF2 | 70 km | 7.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF2 | 17 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 2009 | EF2 | 74 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF2 | 86 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 1991 | EF2 | 93 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 28, 1990 | EF2 | 44 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 14, 1989 | EF2 | 67 km | 2.0 mi | 2 |
| Aug 28, 1988 | EF2 | 80 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF2 | 85 km | 9.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 1977 | EF2 | 94 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
2 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: DRY MARSH (1,018 acres, 2010).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2010 | DRY MARSH | 1,018 | 88 km |
| 2009 | WOODRUFF | 757 | 96 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.9 in |
Spencer has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 23°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.0") and January the driest (2.2").