Weather & Climate in East Waterford, PA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
East Waterford experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. The area receives 26.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 626 feet.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 626 ft (191 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 334/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3711°N, 77.6047°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Juniata County County |
| Nearest Airport | State College Regional (SCE) 38 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 38.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 81.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 57.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
22 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.6.
| Jan 16, 1994 | 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania | M4.6 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Jan 16, 1994 | 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania | M4.2 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Jul 16, 2010 | 5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland | M3.6 | 125 km | 7 km |
| Jun 13, 2019 | 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania | M3.4 | 10 km | 27 km |
| Jun 3, 2010 | 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M3.1 | 62 km | 2 km |
| Jan 17, 2016 | 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia | M3.0 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Nov 14, 1997 | 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania | M3.0 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Apr 24, 2009 | 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M2.9 | 60 km | 1 km |
| Jan 16, 1994 | 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania | M2.9 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Sep 15, 2019 | 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 77 km | 5 km |
| May 10, 1993 | 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Oct 25, 2009 | 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 62 km | 1 km |
| Oct 28, 1994 | 1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland | M2.7 | 147 km | - |
| Mar 11, 1995 | 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania | M2.7 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Mar 15, 1993 | 5 km W of Columbia, Maryland | M2.7 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jan 13, 1990 | 6 km ENE of Eldersburg, Maryland | M2.6 | 122 km | 5 km |
| Jun 25, 2021 | 2 km SE of Woodlawn, Maryland | M2.6 | 141 km | 3 km |
| Jan 18, 1994 | 3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania | M2.6 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Oct 28, 1996 | 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania | M2.6 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Mar 10, 1993 | 3 km WSW of Columbia, Maryland | M2.5 | 141 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
256 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 7 fatalities, 127 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jul 14, 2004 | EF3 | 88 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 98 km | 19.0 mi | 6 |
| May 22, 1983 | EF3 | 81 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1980 | EF3 | 70 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 1976 | EF3 | 96 km | 25.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 16, 1961 | EF3 | 36 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 5, 1952 | EF3 | 83 km | 17.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 2019 | EF2 | 56 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 2019 | EF2 | 18 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| May 23, 2011 | EF2 | 47 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2011 | EF2 | 89 km | 1.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2011 | EF2 | 65 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| Sep 24, 2001 | EF2 | 89 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1996 | EF2 | 99 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 26, 1994 | EF2 | 93 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 1994 | EF2 | 64 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 9, 1992 | EF2 | 62 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 1991 | EF2 | 38 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1991 | EF2 | 86 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1990 | EF2 | 86 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
1 wildfire (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: FIELDS RUN (711 acres, 2018).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2018 | FIELDS RUN | 711 | 92 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 3.5 in |
East Waterford has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 29°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.4").