Centre County Climate
Centre County, Pennsylvania
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
47.8°F
Annual Precip
42.6"
Annual Snowfall
44.8"
Extreme Heat Days
7
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,444
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Centre County
Climate Verdict
Centre County has a cool, averaging 47.8°F annually, moderately wet with 42.6 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 6.8500000000000005 days above 90°F annually, moderate snowfall of 44.8 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 24.5°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
Centre County closely matches the Pennsylvania statewide average temperature of 49.8°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Pennsylvania.
Climate Profile
About Centre County Weather
Crisp Temperatures in Central Pennsylvania
Centre County averages 47.8°F annually, placing it well below the national median. Its position in the Ridge-and-Valley province dictates its cool climate.
Trailing the Statewide Temperature Average
The county's 47.8°F average is over two degrees cooler than the Pennsylvania state average of 49.9°F. This results in longer winters and shorter growing seasons.
Drier Than Many State Neighbors
While it shares a 47.8°F average with Cambria, Centre County is drier with 42.6 inches of precipitation. This is nearly three inches below the state average of 45.3 inches.
Abundant Snow and Rare Heat
Winter brings 44.8 inches of snowfall and a 24.5°F January average. Summer remains mild, as residents only face 7 days of extreme heat over 90°F.
Winterize for Significant Snow Totals
Reliable heating and snow removal are vital for the 44.8 inches of annual snow. The mild July average of 69.8°F means homes stay comfortable without excessive cooling.
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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.