Weather in Akron, Ohio
Roses open along the stoops. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 10:10 AM
- Moonset
- 1:07 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Roses open along the stoops
Akron at a glance
- Today vs. normal: NaN°F below the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: April 22 (climatological average for this latitude)
- Microseason: 28 of 72, May 16–20
- Planting window: Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.
Right now in the garden
Warm-season window is open
As of May 17, the last spring frost has passed for most years. Transplant tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, basil, and cucurbits (cucumbers, squash, melons) now. Direct-sow beans and corn into warm soil.
Planting calendar
| Month | Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | — |
| February | — | — |
| March | — | — |
| April | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes | — |
| May | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| June | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| July | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| August | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| September | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| October | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | winter squash, tomatoes (last) |
| November | — | — |
| December | — | — |
A year in weather
July brings Akron's warmest temperatures at around 75°F mean, while January delivers the coldest at roughly 29°F. June sees peak rainfall at 3.7 inches, with February recording the lowest at 1.4 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29° | 1.8″ | 4 |
| February | 31° | 1.4″ | 4 |
| March | 39° | 2.5″ | 6 |
| April | 51° | 2.8″ | 6 |
| May | 62° | 3.6″ | 8 |
| June | 70° | 3.7″ | 7 |
| July | 75° | 3.6″ | 7 |
| August | 73° | 3.0″ | 6 |
| September | 66° | 3.2″ | 6 |
| October | 54° | 2.5″ | 6 |
| November | 43° | 2.3″ | 5 |
| December | 34° | 2.0″ | 5 |
Regional context
Akron falls within a warm-summer humid continental climate region, sharing similar temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions with other nearby cities.
Similar climates: Cleveland, OH, Toledo, OH, Youngstown, OH, Canton, OH, Lorain, OH.
Naturalist notes
Late May brings the emergence of mayflies along Akron's waterways, their brief adult stage signaling the transition from spring to early summer.
American robins begin their second nesting cycle in mid-May, constructing fresh mud-lined nests as daylight hours continue lengthening.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Akron?
- Akron's last spring frost typically occurs around mid-April, while the first fall frost arrives around mid-November.
- What is the rainy season in Akron?
- June records the highest rainfall at about 3.7 inches on average, with the city receiving roughly 33 inches annually.
- What is the warmest month in Akron?
- July typically brings the warmest weather, averaging about 75°F.
- What is the coldest month in Akron?
- January typically delivers the coldest temperatures, averaging about 29°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Akron?
- Cool-season crops like peas and lettuce can be planted around the last spring frost in mid-April, while warm-season crops such as tomatoes and peppers should wait 1–2 weeks after.
- How many rainy days does Akron get?
- Akron experiences about 71 rainy days per year on average.
- What hardiness zone is Akron?
- Akron's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperature; consult the USDA's online lookup tool with the city ZIP code for the current zone designation.
Climate
Akron, Ohio experiences a warm-summer humid continental climate. January temperatures hover near 29°F while July averages 75°F, creating a 46°F seasonal swing.
Annual precipitation totals about 33 inches, distributed across roughly 71 rainy days throughout the year.
Weather patterns here stem from Akron's latitude at 41.1°N, its proximity to large water bodies, and local elevation. These factors determine growing seasons, frost timing, and daily weather conditions.