Elk County Climate
Elk County, Pennsylvania
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
46.4°F
Annual Precip
46.0"
Annual Snowfall
59.4"
Extreme Heat Days
2
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
5b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,186
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
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Climate Advisory: Elk County
Climate Verdict
Elk County has a cool, averaging 46.4°F annually, moderately wet with 46.0 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 1.6500000000000001 days above 90°F annually, moderate snowfall of 59.4 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 23.4°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 67.8°F. The 44°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
Elk County is 3.5°F cooler than the Pennsylvania statewide average of 49.8°F.
Climate Profile
About Elk County Weather
A cold mountain climate
Elk County averages 46.4°F annually, making it one of the coldest spots in the northeastern United States. The region experiences long, snowy winters and very short, cool summers.
One of the coldest in PA
The county average of 46.4°F is 3.5 degrees colder than the Pennsylvania state average of 49.9°F. It frequently records the lowest daily temperatures in the state during the winter months.
Coldest in the immediate region
Elk is colder than all its immediate neighbors, including Clearfield (47.9°F) and Clinton (49.6°F). Its 59.4 inches of snow is roughly double the amount seen in Clinton County.
Frigid winters and rare heat
Winters are harsh with a 25.7°F average, while summers are remarkably cool. Only 2 days per year reach 90°F, and the July average stays a refreshing 67.8°F.
Prepare for deep freezes
Residents must invest heavily in home insulation and high-output heating systems to survive the cold 23.4°F Januarys. Air conditioning is a luxury rather than a necessity, as extreme heat is nearly non-existent.
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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.