Weather in Youngstown, Ohio
Roses open along the stoops. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 17Overcast16%84°57°
- MondayMay 18Overcast—90°63°
- TuesdayMay 19Light Drizzle48%84°66°
- WednesdayMay 20Drizzle66%70°45°
- ThursdayMay 21Overcast—66°41°
- FridayMay 22Drizzle22%55°51°
- SaturdayMay 23Light Showers43%67°51°
- PM 2.5
- 4.7 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 4.9 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 9.0 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 52.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 10:06 AM
- Moonset
- 1:04 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Roses open along the stoops
Youngstown at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 11°F below the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: April 23 (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 Youngstown's warmest temperatures at around 72°F mean, while January delivers the coldest at roughly 27°F. Precipitation follows a different pattern, with July receiving the most rainfall at 4.3 inches and February seeing the least at 2.5 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27° | 3.0″ | 8 |
| February | 29° | 2.5″ | 7 |
| March | 37° | 3.2″ | 8 |
| April | 49° | 3.8″ | 9 |
| May | 59° | 3.7″ | 8 |
| June | 68° | 3.9″ | 8 |
| July | 72° | 4.3″ | 7 |
| August | 70° | 3.5″ | 7 |
| September | 63° | 3.8″ | 6 |
| October | 52° | 3.3″ | 8 |
| November | 42° | 3.0″ | 7 |
| December | 32° | 3.2″ | 8 |
Regional context
Youngstown falls within a warm-summer humid continental climate region, sharing similar temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions with nearby cities in this climate zone.
Similar climates: Cleveland, OH, Akron, OH, Toledo, OH, Canton, OH, Lorain, OH.
Naturalist notes
American robins begin their spring territorial singing in late March as daylight hours extend past twelve hours.
Sugar maple buds swell and break in early April when soil temperatures climb above 40°F.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Youngstown?
- Youngstown's last spring frost typically occurs around mid-April, while the first fall frost arrives around mid-November.
- What is the rainy season in Youngstown?
- July brings the most rainfall with about 4.3 inches on average, and the city receives roughly 41 inches annually.
- What is the warmest month in Youngstown?
- July typically records the warmest temperatures, averaging about 72°F.
- What is the coldest month in Youngstown?
- January typically brings the coldest weather, averaging about 27°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Youngstown?
- 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 until 1–2 weeks after.
- How many rainy days does Youngstown get?
- Youngstown experiences about 92 rainy days per year on average.
- What hardiness zone is Youngstown?
- Youngstown's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperature. Check the USDA's online lookup using the city ZIP for the current zone designation.
Climate
Youngstown, Ohio experiences a warm-summer humid continental climate. January temperatures hover near 27°F while July averages reach 72°F, creating a 45°F seasonal swing.
Throughout the year, Youngstown receives about 41 inches of precipitation spread over roughly 92 rainy days.
Local weather patterns emerge from the city's latitude at 41.1°N, its proximity to large water bodies, and elevation. These factors determine what grows here, when frost threatens, and the daily weather patterns residents experience.