Weather & Climate in Coaldale borough (Bedford County), PA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Coaldale borough (Bedford County) experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches. The area receives 22.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. 81% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,121 feet.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,121 ft (342 m) |
| Area | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,000/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1674°N, 78.2166°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Blair County County |
| Nearest Airport | Hagerstown Regional/Richard A Henson Field (HGR) 41 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 80.9% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 77.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 57.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 94.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
8 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Jul 16, 2010 | 5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland | M3.6 | 122 km | 7 km |
| Jun 13, 2019 | 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania | M3.4 | 67 km | 27 km |
| Jun 3, 2010 | 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M3.1 | 106 km | 2 km |
| Jan 17, 2016 | 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia | M3.0 | 100 km | 5 km |
| Apr 24, 2009 | 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M2.9 | 102 km | 1 km |
| Sep 15, 2019 | 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 114 km | 5 km |
| Oct 25, 2009 | 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 106 km | 1 km |
| Jan 13, 1990 | 6 km ENE of Eldersburg, Maryland | M2.6 | 141 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
212 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 1 fatality, 53 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF4 | 86 km | 36.5 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF3 | 87 km | 13.0 mi | 1 |
| May 22, 1983 | EF3 | 97 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 16, 1961 | EF3 | 61 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 2019 | EF2 | 43 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 2019 | EF2 | 65 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 2004 | EF2 | 90 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2002 | EF2 | 97 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 93 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1997 | EF2 | 95 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1996 | EF2 | 98 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1996 | EF2 | 62 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 26, 1994 | EF2 | 68 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 1994 | EF2 | 63 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 1991 | EF2 | 65 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 20, 1989 | EF2 | 61 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1989 | EF2 | 65 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 26, 1981 | EF2 | 97 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 1980 | EF2 | 65 km | 7.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1980 | EF2 | 99 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
2 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BEAR DEN (945 acres, 2014).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2014 | BEAR DEN | 945 | 53 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 510 | 60 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 3.2 in |
Coaldale borough (Bedford County) has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 28°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.4").