Weather & Climate in Stoney Creek, ON
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Stoney Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. The area receives 40.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.3°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 344 ft (105 m) |
| Area | 596.2 sq mi (1,544.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 128/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2168°N, 79.7663°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
18 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Nov 26, 1999 | 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada | M3.8 | 83 km | 13 km |
| Feb 6, 2023 | 1 km NE of West Seneca, New York | M3.8 | 89 km | 6 km |
| May 24, 2000 | 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada | M3.1 | 85 km | 18 km |
| May 8, 2018 | 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada | M3.0 | 88 km | 5 km |
| May 25, 1995 | 3 km NW of Amherst, New York | M3.0 | 80 km | 5 km |
| Aug 4, 2004 | 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada | M3.0 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Jul 19, 2007 | 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada | M3.0 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Jun 16, 2004 | 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York | M2.9 | 76 km | 6 km |
| Jun 5, 2009 | 4 km SSE of Attica, New York | M2.9 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Mar 28, 2005 | 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada | M2.8 | 41 km | 7 km |
| Mar 8, 2008 | 5 km ENE of Clarence Center, New York | M2.7 | 99 km | 6 km |
| Dec 21, 2009 | 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York | M2.7 | 92 km | 8 km |
| Mar 15, 2022 | 5 km SSW of Warsaw, New York | M2.6 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Mar 29, 2020 | 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York | M2.6 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Sep 20, 2009 | 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada | M2.6 | 33 km | 4 km |
| Jul 11, 2017 | 11 km NNW of Barker, New York | M2.5 | 98 km | 5 km |
| Dec 17, 1990 | 5 km SSE of Middleboro, Pennsylvania | M2.5 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Feb 13, 2014 | 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York | M2.5 | 120 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
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 | - | 144 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.8 in |
Stoney Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 25°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (2.3").