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Weather & Climate in Vanceboro, ME
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Vanceboro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. The area receives 86.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. The city sits at an elevation of 380 feet.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 42.7°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 380 ft (116 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 219/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.5672°N, 67.4292°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Washington County County |
| Nearest Airport | Houlton International (HUL) 42 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 47.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 86.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 80.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
48 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Aug 27, 2015 | 27 km N of Noonan, Canada | M3.6 | 96 km | 5 km |
| Sep 16, 1994 | 7 km SE of Lee, Maine | M3.6 | 68 km | 5 km |
| Sep 16, 1994 | 9 km SE of Lee, Maine | M3.6 | 67 km | 5 km |
| Jun 1, 2006 | 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada | M3.6 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Feb 2, 2016 | 8 km E of Lubec, Maine | M3.6 | 89 km | 5 km |
| Mar 8, 2009 | 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada | M3.6 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Jan 10, 2019 | 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada | M3.4 | 91 km | 5 km |
| Jan 14, 2023 | 7 km ESE of Dedham, Maine | M3.3 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Oct 25, 2001 | 4 km S of Howland, Maine | M3.3 | 105 km | 9 km |
| Sep 16, 1994 | 9 km SE of Lee, Maine | M3.3 | 67 km | 5 km |
| Feb 9, 2016 | 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine | M3.3 | 8 km | 1 km |
| Sep 16, 1994 | 9 km SE of Lee, Maine | M3.3 | 67 km | 5 km |
| Mar 8, 2009 | 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada | M3.3 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Mar 21, 2013 | 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada | M3.2 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Jul 25, 2010 | 35 km S of Fundy Bay, Canada | M3.2 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Oct 15, 2003 | 11 km E of Saint Andrews, Canada | M3.1 | 68 km | 18 km |
| Aug 17, 2022 | 3 km SE of Centerville, Maine | M3.0 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2010 | 7 km WSW of Dedham, Maine | M3.0 | 144 km | 4 km |
| Jan 17, 2021 | 4 km ESE of Centerville, Maine | M2.9 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Mar 14, 2018 | 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada | M2.9 | 97 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
3 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2010 | Earl | Category 1 | 75 mph | 270 km |
| 2008 | Kyle | Category 1 | 75 mph | 219 km |
| 2003 | Juan | Category 2 | 98 mph | 286 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
12 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2. Total: 1 injury.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 7, 1971 | EF2 | 86 km | 5.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 7, 1971 | EF2 | 58 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 1971 | EF2 | 97 km | 13.3 mi | 0 |
| Sep 16, 1957 | EF2 | 72 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 7, 1954 | EF2 | 37 km | 7.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 12, 2019 | EF1 | 44 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 5, 2017 | EF1 | 99 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 5, 2017 | EF1 | 82 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 2002 | EF1 | 86 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 2014 | EF0 | 78 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 2013 | EF0 | 37 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1961 | EF0 | 56 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
2 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: SUNKEN STR (1,201 acres, 1985).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1985 | SUNKEN STR | 1,201 | 82 km |
| 2006 | CENTERVILLE FIRE | 705 | 100 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| March | 28°F (-3°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 4.0 in |
Vanceboro has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 16°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.7").