Weather & Climate in Waynetown, IN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Waynetown experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. The area receives 21.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 753 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 753 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,756/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0880°N, 87.0655°W |
| Timezone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| County | Fountain County County |
| Nearest Airport | Vermilion Regional (DNV) 29 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 21.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 28.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 46.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
10 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Jun 17, 2021 | Illinois-Indiana border region | M3.8 | 34 km | 6 km |
| Nov 11, 1991 | 3 km W of Flat Rock, Illinois | M3.8 | 143 km | 0 km |
| Sep 12, 2004 | 4 km NW of Manilla, Indiana | M3.8 | 131 km | 2 km |
| Dec 20, 1990 | 5 km S of Stilesville, Indiana | M3.7 | 67 km | 5 km |
| Apr 14, 2000 | 4 km NW of Heritage Lake, Indiana | M3.6 | 45 km | 5 km |
| May 13, 2025 | 7 km SSW of Lerna, Illinois | M3.3 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Dec 17, 1990 | Illinois-Indiana border region | M3.2 | 3 km | 10 km |
| May 10, 2012 | 0 km NW of Emison, Indiana | M3.1 | 147 km | 11 km |
| Dec 16, 1996 | 3 km NNE of Terre Haute, Indiana | M3.1 | 71 km | 5 km |
| May 10, 2012 | 1 km NNW of Emison, Indiana | M2.7 | 146 km | 9 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
614 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 88 fatalities, 1,760 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 26, 1994 | EF4 | 45 km | 14.0 mi | 3 |
| Mar 20, 1976 | EF4 | 43 km | 16.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 46 km | 108.7 mi | 18 |
| May 14, 1972 | EF4 | 91 km | 30.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 68 km | 48.0 mi | 25 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 18 km | 45.7 mi | 28 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 34 km | 21.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 93 km | 5.9 mi | 2 |
| Aug 24, 2016 | EF3 | 85 km | 8.6 mi | 0 |
| Nov 17, 2013 | EF3 | 35 km | 37.9 mi | 0 |
| Nov 17, 2013 | EF3 | 95 km | 29.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2010 | EF3 | 97 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 11, 1998 | EF3 | 91 km | 18.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1996 | EF3 | 75 km | 2.0 mi | 1 |
| Nov 22, 1992 | EF3 | 100 km | 5.3 mi | 0 |
| Nov 22, 1992 | EF3 | 84 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 22, 1992 | EF3 | 43 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 22, 1992 | EF3 | 90 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 10, 1986 | EF3 | 93 km | 35.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1980 | EF3 | 1 km | 18.1 mi | 1 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.9 in |
Waynetown has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 25°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.3") and February the driest (2.5").