Weather & Climate in Whitewater, IN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Whitewater experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. The area receives 12.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,131 feet.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,131 ft (345 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 888/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9448°N, 84.8311°W |
| Timezone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| County | Preble County County |
| Nearest Airport | James M Cox Dayton International (DAY) 33 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 43.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 30.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 66.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
7 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Sep 12, 2004 | 4 km NW of Manilla, Indiana | M3.8 | 80 km | 2 km |
| Feb 19, 1995 | 8 km SSE of Rocky Fork Point, Ohio | M3.6 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Apr 17, 1990 | 8 km NW of Fort Recovery, Ohio | M3.0 | 57 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Minster, Ohio | M2.9 | 63 km | 5 km |
| May 12, 2006 | 2 km E of Lima, Ohio | M2.8 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Jun 12, 2015 | 6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio | M2.6 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Jan 30, 2004 | 2 km S of Rockford, Ohio | M2.5 | 82 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
556 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 70 fatalities, 2,511 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF5 | 75 km | 31.3 mi | 36 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF4 | 34 km | 18.2 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF4 | 93 km | 52.8 mi | 4 |
| Sep 20, 2000 | EF4 | 80 km | 9.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 9, 1999 | EF4 | 89 km | 10.0 mi | 4 |
| Jun 11, 1998 | EF4 | 97 km | 13.2 mi | 0 |
| Feb 18, 1992 | EF4 | 90 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1990 | EF4 | 81 km | 33.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1980 | EF4 | 66 km | 11.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 73 km | 18.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 39 km | 18.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 90 km | 19.8 mi | 2 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 59 km | 18.4 mi | 3 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 82 km | 52.5 mi | 4 |
| Apr 25, 1961 | EF4 | 92 km | 63.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 6, 1956 | EF4 | 94 km | 1.9 mi | 1 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | EF3 | 85 km | 31.3 mi | 3 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | EF3 | 36 km | 41.3 mi | 1 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 88 km | 6.4 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 65 km | 9.9 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 3.1 in |
Whitewater has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 28°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.3").