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Weather & Climate in West Nipissing, ON
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
West Nipissing has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches. The area receives 75.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 696 feet.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 44.3°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 233 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 696 ft (212 m) |
| Area | 941.0 sq mi (2,437.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.3716°N, 79.9245°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
11 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| Jan 1, 2000 | 17 km NNE of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Canada | M4.7 | 95 km | 18 km |
| Mar 9, 1998 | Ontario, Canada | M3.9 | 89 km | 1 km |
| Aug 5, 2014 | 6 km NNW of Lively, Canada | M3.8 | 98 km | 5 km |
| Mar 13, 2005 | 5 km N of Greater Sudbury, Canada | M3.6 | 83 km | 18 km |
| Oct 10, 1995 | southern Quebec, Canada | M3.5 | 89 km | 18 km |
| May 25, 1998 | 3 km NW of Lively, Canada | M3.4 | 96 km | 1 km |
| Aug 5, 2014 | 5 km NNW of Lively, Canada | M3.3 | 97 km | 12 km |
| May 2, 2015 | 12 km NE of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Canada | M3.3 | 91 km | 18 km |
| Feb 8, 2019 | 7 km SW of Azilda, Canada | M3.1 | 97 km | 2 km |
| Apr 1, 2020 | 3 km NE of Saint-Isidore, Canada | M2.9 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Jul 29, 2012 | 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada | M2.5 | 132 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 11°F (-12°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 32°F (0°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 2.8 in |
West Nipissing has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 11°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.1").