Weather & Climate in Toledo, OH
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Toledo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. The area receives 37.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52. 42% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 607 feet.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 607 ft (185 m) |
| Area | 84.1 sq mi (217.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,335/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6641°N, 83.5819°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Lucas County County |
| Nearest Airport | Detroit Metro Wayne County (DTW) 40 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 52.0 |
| Rating | Moderate |
| Good Days % | 42.3% |
| Unhealthy Days | 4 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 92.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 54.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 95.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
18 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.4.
| Apr 20, 2018 | Michigan | M3.4 | 69 km | 3 km |
| Jun 30, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan | M3.3 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Jun 5, 2011 | 5 km W of Lodi, Ohio | M3.0 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Feb 23, 2011 | 18 km NE of Leamington, Canada | M3.0 | 110 km | 5 km |
| May 12, 2006 | 2 km E of Lima, Ohio | M2.8 | 111 km | 5 km |
| Apr 12, 2007 | 11 km NW of Put-in-Bay, Ohio | M2.8 | 55 km | 5 km |
| Nov 25, 1998 | 1 km SSW of New London, Ohio | M2.7 | 118 km | 5 km |
| May 14, 2010 | 1 km ENE of Gibsonburg, Ohio | M2.7 | 39 km | 5 km |
| Jun 12, 2015 | 6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio | M2.6 | 126 km | 5 km |
| May 14, 2017 | 18 km ENE of Leamington, Canada | M2.6 | 110 km | 5 km |
| May 20, 2023 | 3 km SSE of Walbridge, Ohio | M2.6 | 15 km | 6 km |
| Mar 8, 2010 | 7 km ENE of Grosse Ile, Michigan | M2.5 | 70 km | 18 km |
| Sep 7, 2012 | 17 km ESE of Stony Point, Michigan | M2.5 | 48 km | 5 km |
| Feb 7, 2016 | 6 km W of Put-in-Bay, Ohio | M2.5 | 57 km | 5 km |
| Mar 18, 2024 | 4 km WSW of Millbury, Ohio | M2.5 | 16 km | 6 km |
| Jun 4, 1990 | 4 km SSE of Van Buren, Ohio | M2.5 | 63 km | 5 km |
| Feb 17, 2013 | 31 km E of Leamington, Canada | M2.5 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Jan 30, 2004 | 2 km S of Rockford, Ohio | M2.5 | 142 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
375 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 67 fatalities, 1,287 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 5, 2010 | EF4 | 13 km | 8.8 mi | 7 |
| Mar 20, 1976 | EF4 | 96 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 2 km | 5.6 mi | 18 |
| Jul 4, 1957 | EF4 | 96 km | 29.9 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1956 | EF4 | 72 km | 6.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1953 | EF4 | 56 km | 118.0 mi | 17 |
| Jun 8, 1953 | EF4 | 13 km | 5.4 mi | 4 |
| Mar 15, 2012 | EF3 | 87 km | 7.6 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF3 | 72 km | 21.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 27, 1991 | EF3 | 85 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 14, 1990 | EF3 | 91 km | 24.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 43 km | 5.0 mi | 1 |
| May 11, 1974 | EF3 | 91 km | 0.9 mi | 1 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 100 km | 8.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 16 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1973 | EF3 | 50 km | 50.1 mi | 6 |
| Aug 2, 1972 | EF3 | 97 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1971 | EF3 | 74 km | 39.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1971 | EF3 | 90 km | 31.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1969 | EF3 | 51 km | 13.9 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 2.1 in |
Toledo has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 27°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.8").