Weather & Climate in Springfield, MA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Springfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. The area receives 51.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. 79% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Area | 31.9 sq mi (82.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,856/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.1155°N, 72.5400°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Hampden County County |
| Nearest Airport | Westfield-Barnes Regional (BAF) 9 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 79.2% |
| Unhealthy Days | 2 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 92.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 64.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 73.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively High |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
32 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Oct 2, 1994 | 6 km W of Hardwick, Massachusetts | M3.7 | 34 km | 10 km |
| Oct 2, 1994 | 1 km NW of Hardwick, Massachusetts | M3.3 | 38 km | 10 km |
| Jun 16, 2000 | 5 km NE of Granville, Massachusetts | M3.3 | 23 km | 10 km |
| Jan 12, 2015 | 0 km NE of Wauregan, Connecticut | M3.3 | 67 km | 5 km |
| Dec 13, 2009 | 15 km N of Medusa, New York | M3.2 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 1996 | 2 km NE of Bristol, Rhode Island | M3.1 | 117 km | 12 km |
| Jul 24, 2007 | 12 km SSW of Altamont, New York | M3.1 | 141 km | 15 km |
| May 18, 2009 | 15 km N of Medusa, New York | M3.1 | 139 km | 9 km |
| Jan 27, 2000 | 3 km WNW of Fremont, New Hampshire | M3.0 | 149 km | 1 km |
| Oct 28, 1991 | 3 km WNW of Stamford, Connecticut | M3.0 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Oct 21, 2009 | 15 km N of Medusa, New York | M2.9 | 138 km | 7 km |
| Sep 28, 2002 | 2 km N of Wilton, New Hampshire | M2.8 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Mar 10, 1992 | 2 km SW of Napeague, New York | M2.8 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Mar 21, 2016 | 4 km ESE of Warner, New Hampshire | M2.8 | 143 km | 7 km |
| Aug 27, 2011 | 5 km WSW of Altamont, New York | M2.8 | 142 km | 22 km |
| Mar 22, 2009 | 9 km SW of Altamont, New York | M2.8 | 142 km | 16 km |
| Sep 30, 1991 | 0 km SSE of Bedford, New Hampshire | M2.7 | 125 km | 4 km |
| Oct 13, 1999 | 2 km E of Littleton Common, Massachusetts | M2.7 | 103 km | 2 km |
| Apr 12, 1991 | 2 km ENE of North Castle, New York | M2.7 | 142 km | 9 km |
| Aug 25, 2011 | 5 km WSW of Altamont, New York | M2.7 | 142 km | 18 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 | 124 km |
| 1985 | Gloria | Category 1 | 86 mph | 32 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
273 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 111 fatalities, 2,252 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 29, 1995 | EF4 | 74 km | 11.5 mi | 3 |
| Jul 10, 1989 | EF4 | 87 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 3, 1979 | EF4 | 28 km | 11.3 mi | 3 |
| Aug 28, 1973 | EF4 | 80 km | 9.8 mi | 4 |
| Jun 9, 1953 | EF4 | 50 km | 34.9 mi | 94 |
| Jun 1, 2011 | EF3 | 17 km | 37.6 mi | 3 |
| Jun 22, 1981 | EF3 | 60 km | 7.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 13, 1971 | EF3 | 26 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 1971 | EF3 | 76 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 3, 1970 | EF3 | 39 km | 35.4 mi | 1 |
| May 20, 1963 | EF3 | 94 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 1962 | EF3 | 79 km | 11.6 mi | 1 |
| May 10, 1954 | EF3 | 23 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 1953 | EF3 | 64 km | 28.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 21, 1951 | EF3 | 60 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 18, 2023 | EF2 | 87 km | 9.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 2006 | EF2 | 50 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 2001 | EF2 | 59 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 3, 1997 | EF2 | 56 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 3, 1997 | EF2 | 79 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
2 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: EAST MOUNTAIN (964 acres, 2021).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2021 | EAST MOUNTAIN | 964 | 84 km |
| 2005 | THE RANGE | 760 | 84 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.6 in |
Springfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 25°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.6").