Bradford County Climate
Bradford County, Pennsylvania
Avg Annual Temp
48.0°F
Annual Precip
39.1"
Annual Snowfall
40.0"
Extreme Heat Days
7.55
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Bradford County Weather
A cold, northern tier climate
Bradford County is significantly cooler than the national median, with an annual average temperature of only 48.0°F. It is also drier than many other regions, averaging 39.1 inches of annual precipitation. Its location on the New York border gives it a climate more akin to New England than the Mid-Atlantic.
One of Pennsylvania's coldest counties
At 48.0°F, Bradford County is nearly two degrees colder than the state average of 49.9°F. It is also one of the driest counties in the state, receiving 6 inches less precipitation than the state average. This makes it a leader in the state for cold, crisp weather and significant winter accumulation.
Colder and snowier than the rest
Bradford County is much colder than southern counties like Adams or Berks, with an average temperature nearly 5 degrees lower. It averages a heavy 40 inches of snow, far surpassing the state average and its southern counterparts. This makes it a prime location for winter sports but a challenge for year-round commuters.
Intense winters and mild summers
Winter is the dominant season here, with a January average of 25.0°F and 40 inches of annual snowfall. Summers are very mild, with a July average of 70.2°F and only 8 days of extreme heat above 90°F. The winter season average is a chilly 27.4°F, making for long, frozen periods.
Prepare for a long winter season
Residents must prioritize high-efficiency heating and heavy-duty winter gear to handle the 40 inches of snow and 25°F January lows. Four-wheel drive is highly recommended for navigating the northern tier’s snowy terrain. Because summer heat is rare, home cooling is a secondary concern compared to winter weatherproofing.
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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.