Erie County Climate
Erie County, Ohio
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
52.0°F
Annual Precip
34.0"
Annual Snowfall
—
Extreme Heat Days
9
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
3,338
Supports most vegetables & fruits
Seasonal Overview
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7-Day Outlook
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Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Erie County
Climate Verdict
Erie County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 52.0°F, moderate rainfall of 34.0 inches per year, rare extreme heat with only 8.9 days above 90°F annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 28.1°F. summers are warm — July averages 74.7°F. The 47°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Erie County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Erie County closely matches the Ohio statewide average temperature of 51.5°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 7.2 inches less precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Erie County Weather
Lake-tempered continental climate
Erie County averages 52.0°F annually, falling within the typical range for the Great Lakes region. The lake proximity helps moderate temperature swings compared to deep inland counties.
Slightly warmer than state norms
With an average of 52.0°F, Erie County is warmer than the Ohio state average of 51.5°F. It maintains a milder thermal profile than many of its northern peers.
Low precipitation near the shore
Erie County is relatively dry, receiving just 34.0 inches of annual precipitation compared to the state's 41.2 inches. It is marginally cooler than neighboring Cuyahoga County's 52.3°F average.
Comfortable summers and cold winters
Summers are among the mildest in the state, with only 9 extreme heat days and a July average of 74.7°F. Winters average 30.6°F, though specific local snowfall records for the county are currently limited.
Enjoy the mildest summer heat
With only 9 days of heat above 90°F, residents experience less extreme heat than most of Ohio. However, the 28.1°F January average requires high-efficiency home heating systems.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.