Bedford County Climate
Bedford County, Pennsylvania
Avg Annual Temp
50.6°F
Annual Precip
40.2"
Annual Snowfall
31.9"
Extreme Heat Days
13.633333333333333
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Bedford County Weather
A rugged mountain-influenced climate
Bedford County averages 50.6°F annually, falling about three degrees below the national median. It is a relatively dry region for Pennsylvania, receiving only 40.2 inches of precipitation each year. The terrain creates a climate that feels more varied than the flatlands of the Midwest.
Drier than the typical Pennsylvania county
While its 50.6°F average is nearly a degree warmer than the state average, Bedford is significantly drier than the state norm of 45.3 inches. This five-inch deficit in precipitation makes it one of the more arid regions in the Commonwealth. The weather patterns here are often dictated by the rain shadows of the Appalachian Mountains.
Mirroring the weather of Central PA
Bedford County shares a very similar profile with neighboring Blair County, though it is slightly warmer. It averages 50.6°F compared to Blair’s 50.4°F, and experiences more extreme heat days with 14 per year. Snowfall levels are also comparable to its northern neighbors, maintaining the regional mountain standard.
Sun and snow in the Appalachians
Summers are warm with a July average of 72.3°F and 14 days topping 90°F. Winter brings 31.9 inches of snow and a January average of 28.4°F, making for classic snowy Pennsylvania winters. The winter season average stays just below freezing at 30.6°F, ensuring snow often stays on the ground.
Winterize early for mountain weather
With 31.9 inches of snow and cold January lows, residents should ensure their homes are well-insulated and heating systems are serviced. Because the area is drier than average, water conservation during the 14 days of summer heat is a smart strategy. Outdoor enthusiasts should plan for frozen conditions from December through February.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.