Weather & Climate in The North Shore, ON
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
The North Shore has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. The area receives 9.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 571 feet.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
65°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 41.7°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 571 ft (174 m) |
| Area | 88.9 sq mi (230.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.0880°N, 82.6358°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
6 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.9.
| Mar 9, 1998 | Ontario, Canada | M3.9 | 128 km | 1 km |
| Aug 5, 2014 | 6 km NNW of Lively, Canada | M3.8 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Mar 13, 2005 | 5 km N of Greater Sudbury, Canada | M3.6 | 137 km | 18 km |
| May 25, 1998 | 3 km NW of Lively, Canada | M3.4 | 120 km | 1 km |
| Aug 5, 2014 | 5 km NNW of Lively, Canada | M3.3 | 120 km | 12 km |
| Feb 8, 2019 | 7 km SW of Azilda, Canada | M3.1 | 122 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 65°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.0 in |
The North Shore has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 16°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.6").