Weather & Climate in Waterford, ON
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Waterford experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. The area receives 10.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 778 feet.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 46.4°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 778 ft (237 m) |
| Area | 812.0 sq mi (2,103.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9334°N, 80.2830°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
29 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.9.
| Jan 26, 2001 | 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.9 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Nov 26, 1999 | 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada | M3.8 | 135 km | 13 km |
| Feb 6, 2023 | 1 km NE of West Seneca, New York | M3.8 | 122 km | 6 km |
| Jun 30, 2003 | 6 km NW of Perry, Ohio | M3.6 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 7 km SE of Madison, Ohio | M3.6 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Oct 16, 1993 | 8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio | M3.6 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Mar 15, 1992 | 15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio | M3.5 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2006 | 9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio | M3.5 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2001 | 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio | M3.4 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2004 | 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio | M3.3 | 144 km | 5 km |
| May 24, 2000 | 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada | M3.1 | 136 km | 18 km |
| May 8, 2018 | 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada | M3.0 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Apr 25, 2010 | 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio | M3.0 | 144 km | 5 km |
| May 25, 1995 | 3 km NW of Amherst, New York | M3.0 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Jun 16, 2004 | 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York | M2.9 | 100 km | 6 km |
| Feb 23, 1995 | 3 km W of Ashtabula, Ohio | M2.9 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Mar 28, 2005 | 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada | M2.8 | 92 km | 7 km |
| Mar 8, 2008 | 5 km ENE of Clarence Center, New York | M2.7 | 140 km | 6 km |
| Dec 21, 2009 | 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York | M2.7 | 142 km | 8 km |
| Apr 28, 2002 | Ohio | M2.7 | 150 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
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 | - | 93 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.3 in |
Waterford has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 22°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (2.1").