Cameron County Climate
Cameron County, Pennsylvania
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
47.8°F
Annual Precip
43.5"
Annual Snowfall
41.1"
Extreme Heat Days
8
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,461
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Cameron County
Climate Verdict
Cameron County has a cool, averaging 47.8°F annually, moderately wet with 43.5 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 8.2 days above 90°F annually, moderate snowfall of 41.1 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 24.4°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 69.8°F. The 45°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Cameron County closely matches the Pennsylvania statewide average temperature of 49.8°F.
Climate Profile
About Cameron County Weather
Cool Mountain Air Defines the Region
Cameron County's annual average of 47.8°F is well below the national median. This temperature profile is typical for the rugged, forested terrain of the Pennsylvania Wilds.
Colder Winters Than State Norms
The county's 47.8°F average is significantly cooler than the statewide 49.9°F benchmark. January is particularly harsh here, averaging a low 24.4°F.
Consistent With Central Pennsylvania Highlands
Cameron County matches the 47.8°F average found in Centre and Cambria counties. It receives 43.5 inches of precipitation, which is slightly less than the state average of 45.3 inches.
Deep Snow and Mild July Days
The area sees 41.1 inches of snow and only 8 days of extreme heat per year. This creates a long winter season followed by a very mild summer peak of 69.8°F.
Prepare for Cold Winter Isolation
Focus on home winterization to combat the 26.8°F winter average and 41 inches of snow. Outdoor planning should account for the brief, eight-day window of extreme heat.
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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.