Weather & Climate in Thompson, PA

Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.

Thompson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 82.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,652 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	45.2°F
	16% below US avg
January Average	22°F (-6°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,652 ft (504 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density	582/sq mi
Coordinates	41.8637°N, 75.5141°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Susquehanna County County
Nearest Airport	Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International (AVP) 38 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.7"

23% above US avg

Snowfall 82.7"

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.25"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.68"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	53.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	36.1 / 100
Community Resilience	38.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

25 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.

Apr 5, 2024	2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake	M4.8	144 km	3 km
Jun 17, 1991	7 km NE of Worcester, New York	M4.0	110 km	5 km
Apr 5, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M3.7	145 km	4 km
Dec 13, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M3.2	140 km	10 km
Aug 26, 2003	4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey	M3.1	144 km	3 km
May 18, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M3.1	140 km	9 km
Jul 24, 2007	12 km SSW of Altamont, New York	M3.1	141 km	15 km
Feb 3, 2009	1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey	M3.0	138 km	0 km
Oct 21, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M2.9	140 km	7 km
Apr 27, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.9	145 km	5 km
May 24, 2024	6 km E of Califon, New Jersey	M2.9	143 km	7 km
Jun 10, 2025	10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania	M2.8	102 km	8 km
Aug 27, 2011	5 km WSW of Altamont, New York	M2.8	148 km	22 km
Mar 22, 2009	9 km SW of Altamont, New York	M2.8	144 km	16 km
Aug 25, 2011	5 km WSW of Altamont, New York	M2.7	148 km	18 km
Feb 18, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M2.7	140 km	9 km
Feb 27, 2008	2 km SW of Central Bridge, New York	M2.7	133 km	6 km
Feb 20, 2009	15 km SSW of Altamont, New York	M2.7	141 km	8 km
Aug 14, 2015	3 km SE of Mendham, New Jersey	M2.6	146 km	8 km
Apr 10, 2024	5 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.6	146 km	9 km

Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.

Year	Name	Category	Max Wind	Closest
1985	Gloria	Category 1	86 mph	225 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).

Tornado History

166 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 5 fatalities, 94 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Path	Fatalities
Jun 2, 1998	EF3	52 km	26.0 mi	2
May 31, 1998	EF3	72 km	20.0 mi	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	82 km	5.0 mi	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	57 km	62.0 mi	0
May 2, 1983	EF3	85 km	2.0 mi	0
May 2, 1983	EF3	98 km	15.0 mi	0
Apr 22, 2023	EF2	49 km	10.0 mi	0
Jun 13, 2018	EF2	99 km	5.2 mi	0
Jun 13, 2018	EF2	74 km	2.9 mi	0
Feb 25, 2017	EF2	71 km	12.5 mi	0
Jul 8, 2014	EF2	87 km	6.7 mi	0
Apr 28, 2011	EF2	79 km	7.4 mi	0
Jul 23, 2010	EF2	25 km	25.7 mi	0
Jul 29, 2009	EF2	99 km	7.4 mi	0
Dec 1, 2006	EF2	99 km	20.0 mi	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	65 km	2.0 mi	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	62 km	3.0 mi	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	84 km	1.0 mi	0
Sep 18, 1991	EF2	9 km	4.0 mi	0
Oct 14, 1989	EF2	74 km	2.0 mi	2

Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1895	HIGH BRIDGE, NJ	Earthquake	—	—	143 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.

Wildfire History

10 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: 16 MILE (7,896 acres, 2016).

Year	Name	Acres Burned	Distance
2016	16 MILE	7,896	80 km
2015	ROOSA GAP	2,747	94 km
2009	PENOBSCOT	2,091	80 km
2016	SAMS POINT FIRE-VERKEERDER FIRE	1,929	99 km
2004	CRYSTAL LAKE	1,838	83 km
2006	CHERRYTOWN FIRE	943	95 km
2020	SEVEN PINES	790	80 km
2015	PIPELINE 1	666	84 km
2016	BEAR TOWN	649	80 km
2024	WHITEHOUSE	607	88 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	22°F (-6°C)	2.8 in	Coldest
February	22°F (-6°C)	2.7 in	Driest
March	31°F (-0°C)	3.2 in
April	42°F (6°C)	3.7 in
May	54°F (12°C)	4.1 in
June	62°F (17°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
July	68°F (20°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	66°F (19°C)	3.9 in
September	59°F (15°C)	3.8 in
October	49°F (9°C)	3.5 in
November	38°F (4°C)	3.8 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	3.4 in

Thompson has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 22°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.7").

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