Weather & Climate in Wellsville, NY
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Wellsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. The area receives 54.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. 88% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,507 feet.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 46.4°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,507 ft (459 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,002/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.1207°N, 77.9457°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Steuben County County |
| Nearest Airport | Bradford Regional (BFD) 42 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 87.9% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 76.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 54.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 70.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | 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.
| Feb 6, 2023 | 1 km NE of West Seneca, New York | M3.8 | 107 km | 6 km |
| Feb 3, 2001 | 6 km W of Bath, New York | M3.2 | 52 km | 0 km |
| May 25, 1995 | 3 km NW of Amherst, New York | M3.0 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Jun 16, 2004 | 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York | M2.9 | 117 km | 6 km |
| Jun 5, 2009 | 4 km SSE of Attica, New York | M2.9 | 83 km | 5 km |
| Jun 10, 2025 | 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 123 km | 8 km |
| Mar 8, 2008 | 5 km ENE of Clarence Center, New York | M2.7 | 113 km | 6 km |
| Mar 29, 2020 | 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York | M2.6 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Mar 15, 2022 | 5 km SSW of Warsaw, New York | M2.6 | 66 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 1999 | New York | M2.5 | 68 km | 3 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
105 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 4 fatalities, 20 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jul 21, 2003 | EF3 | 22 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 19, 1970 | EF3 | 98 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 1967 | EF3 | 68 km | 11.4 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 1961 | EF3 | 54 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 30, 1955 | EF3 | 88 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 10, 2024 | EF2 | 95 km | 3.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 28, 2022 | EF2 | 64 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 2, 2018 | EF2 | 90 km | 2.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 2010 | EF2 | 88 km | 7.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2002 | EF2 | 27 km | 6.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 74 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1994 | EF2 | 96 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1993 | EF2 | 21 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 28, 1990 | EF2 | 98 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF2 | 46 km | 9.8 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1972 | EF2 | 83 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1968 | EF2 | 98 km | 31.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1962 | EF2 | 40 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1954 | EF2 | 53 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 6, 2024 | EF1 | 19 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
5 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BULL RUN (2,003 acres, 2008).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2008 | BULL RUN | 2,003 | 75 km |
| 2009 | WOODRUFF | 757 | 54 km |
| 2006 | FIVE MILE FIRE | 658 | 88 km |
| 2006 | OKOME ROAD | 573 | 93 km |
| 2006 | BEAR TRAP | 561 | 96 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 38°F (4°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.5 in |
Wellsville has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 23°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (1.6").