Weather & Climate in West Point, PE
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
West Point has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. The area receives 15.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 41.1°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 10.8 sq mi (28.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.6265°N, 64.3718°W |
| Timezone | America/Halifax |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
16 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Mar 8, 2009 | 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada | M3.6 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Mar 8, 2009 | 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada | M3.3 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Mar 21, 2013 | 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada | M3.2 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Jul 20, 2007 | 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada | M3.2 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Jul 3, 2024 | 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada | M3.1 | 131 km | 12 km |
| Apr 22, 2016 | New Brunswick, Canada | M2.9 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2013 | 65 km NNE of Noonan, Canada | M2.9 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Mar 7, 2019 | 15 km WSW of Miramichi, Canada | M2.9 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Nov 28, 2013 | 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada | M2.8 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Mar 7, 2008 | 32 km S of Miramichi, Canada | M2.7 | 82 km | 5 km |
| Jul 8, 2022 | 49 km WNW of Miramichi, Canada | M2.7 | 146 km | 6 km |
| Feb 1, 2018 | 54 km NNW of Sussex, Canada | M2.6 | 124 km | 2 km |
| Feb 2, 2018 | 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada | M2.6 | 125 km | 2 km |
| Apr 22, 2016 | 69 km SSW of Miramichi, Canada | M2.6 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Nov 28, 2013 | 60 km SSW of Miramichi, Canada | M2.6 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Apr 24, 2015 | 67 km NW of Salisbury, Canada | M2.5 | 109 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
4 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 2.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2010 | Earl | Category 1 | 75 mph | 155 km |
| 2009 | Bill | Category 1 | 75 mph | 287 km |
| 2003 | Juan | Category 2 | 98 mph | 82 km |
| 1996 | Hortense | Category 1 | 81 mph | 250 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 24°F (-5°C) | 4.2 in |
West Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 16°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (3.3").