Crawford County Climate
Crawford County, Pennsylvania
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
47.9°F
Annual Precip
44.4"
Annual Snowfall
81.5"
Extreme Heat Days
3
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,502
Supports most vegetables & fruits
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Crawford County
Climate Verdict
Crawford County has a cool, averaging 47.9°F annually, moderately wet with 44.4 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 3.4199999999999995 days above 90°F annually, heavy winter snowfall averaging 81.5 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 24.7°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
Crawford County closely matches the Pennsylvania statewide average temperature of 49.8°F.
Climate Profile
About Crawford County Weather
Defined by lake-effect weather
Crawford County averages 47.9°F annually, placing it among the cooler regions in the United States. Its proximity to Lake Erie dictates a humid continental climate with intense winter activity.
Colder than most of Pennsylvania
At 47.9°F, Crawford sits two degrees below the state average of 49.9°F. It is characterized by much higher snowfall totals than the central and eastern parts of the state.
The snow leader of the region
Crawford’s 81.5 inches of snow dwarfs the 63.0 inches seen in Clearfield and the 59.4 inches in Elk. While temperatures are similar to Clearfield, the lake-effect moisture creates a much harsher winter environment.
Extreme snow and low heat
Winters are dominated by 81.5 inches of snowfall and a 27.0°F average. Summers are very mild, with only 3 days per year reaching 90°F, the lowest heat frequency in the region.
Prioritize heavy winter equipment
Residents must own reliable snow removal tools and winter tires to navigate the frequent lake-effect storms. Low summer heat means air conditioning is a secondary concern for most households.
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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.