Weather & Climate in Tidioute, PA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Tidioute experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 74.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,274 feet.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,274 ft (388 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 691/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6861°N, 79.3920°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Warren County County |
| Nearest Airport | Venango Regional (FKL) 32 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 65.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 50.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 79.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very 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
17 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Sep 25, 1998 | 2 km SW of Adamsville, Pennsylvania | M4.5 | 86 km | 5 km |
| Jan 26, 2001 | 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.9 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Feb 6, 2023 | 1 km NE of West Seneca, New York | M3.8 | 140 km | 6 km |
| Oct 16, 1993 | 8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio | M3.6 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 7 km SE of Madison, Ohio | M3.6 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2001 | 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.4 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2004 | 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio | M3.3 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Apr 25, 2010 | 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio | M3.0 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Jun 16, 2004 | 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York | M2.9 | 122 km | 6 km |
| Feb 23, 1995 | 3 km W of Ashtabula, Ohio | M2.9 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Feb 14, 2009 | 4 km WSW of Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio | M2.6 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Jan 20, 2001 | 0 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio | M2.6 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Jan 5, 2024 | 3 km SE of Madison, Ohio | M2.6 | 135 km | 9 km |
| Jun 1, 2024 | 1 km E of Madison, Ohio | M2.6 | 136 km | 5 km |
| May 12, 2025 | 4 km ESE of Madison, Ohio | M2.5 | 134 km | 4 km |
| Jul 17, 2003 | 1 km SE of Edgewood, Ohio | M2.5 | 115 km | 3 km |
| Dec 17, 1990 | 5 km SSE of Middleboro, Pennsylvania | M2.5 | 67 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
204 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 47 fatalities, 423 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 97 km | 56.2 mi | 16 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 82 km | 69.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 24 km | 29.0 mi | 7 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 97 km | 14.0 mi | 12 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 54 km | 28.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 31 km | 29.0 mi | 4 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 63 km | 23.0 mi | 2 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 7 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 41 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 34 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 55 km | 28.0 mi | 2 |
| May 2, 1972 | EF3 | 73 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1971 | EF3 | 65 km | 29.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1969 | EF3 | 42 km | 84.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1963 | EF3 | 63 km | 8.4 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 1961 | EF3 | 80 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 2022 | EF2 | 95 km | 8.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 14, 2019 | EF2 | 15 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 2, 2018 | EF2 | 80 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 2, 2018 | EF2 | 63 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
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 | - | 149 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Wildfire History
2 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (628 acres, 1990).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 628 | 19 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 586 | 8 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 3.7 in |
Tidioute has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 27°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.9") and February the driest (2.6").