Weather & Climate in Thames Centre, ON
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Thames Centre has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. The area receives 11.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 974 feet.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.3°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 974 ft (297 m) |
| Area | 167.6 sq mi (434.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 83/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1055°N, 81.1402°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
21 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.9.
| Jan 26, 2001 | 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.9 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2003 | 6 km NW of Perry, Ohio | M3.6 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Mar 15, 1992 | 15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio | M3.5 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2006 | 9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio | M3.5 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2001 | 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.4 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2004 | 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio | M3.3 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Jul 1, 2013 | 5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio | M3.2 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Mar 11, 2006 | 8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio | M3.1 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Feb 23, 2011 | 18 km NE of Leamington, Canada | M3.0 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Apr 25, 2010 | 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio | M3.0 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Feb 23, 1995 | 3 km W of Ashtabula, Ohio | M2.9 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Sep 22, 1999 | 16 km NW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio | M2.8 | 145 km | 18 km |
| Apr 28, 2002 | Ohio | M2.7 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Jun 1, 2024 | 1 km E of Madison, Ohio | M2.6 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Feb 14, 2009 | 4 km WSW of Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio | M2.6 | 141 km | 5 km |
| May 14, 2017 | 18 km ENE of Leamington, Canada | M2.6 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Jan 20, 2001 | 0 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio | M2.6 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Sep 20, 2009 | 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada | M2.6 | 141 km | 4 km |
| Feb 17, 2013 | 31 km E of Leamington, Canada | M2.5 | 150 km | 5 km |
| May 23, 2022 | 2 km NNW of Corunna, Canada | M2.5 | 109 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis 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 | - | 91 km |
| 1952 | LAKE HURON, MI | Avalanche | 1.5 m | - | 102 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.5 in |
Thames Centre has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 21°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.4").