Weather & Climate in Howard, PA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Howard experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. The area receives 35.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 694 feet.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 694 ft (212 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,914/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0114°N, 77.6573°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Clinton County County |
| Nearest Airport | State College Regional (SCE) 11 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 51.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 67.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 61.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Relatively 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: M3.4.
| Jun 13, 2019 | 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania | M3.4 | 67 km | 27 km |
| Feb 3, 2001 | 6 km W of Bath, New York | M3.2 | 150 km | 0 km |
| Jun 3, 2010 | 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M3.1 | 118 km | 2 km |
| Apr 24, 2009 | 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M2.9 | 118 km | 1 km |
| Sep 15, 2019 | 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Jun 10, 2025 | 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 103 km | 8 km |
| Oct 25, 2009 | 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 117 km | 1 km |
| Mar 11, 1995 | 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania | M2.7 | 147 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
176 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 7 fatalities, 84 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 87 km | 69.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 47 km | 19.0 mi | 6 |
| Jul 29, 1976 | EF3 | 39 km | 25.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 2019 | EF2 | 54 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Oct 2, 2018 | EF2 | 72 km | 2.2 mi | 0 |
| May 23, 2011 | EF2 | 56 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| Sep 26, 1994 | EF2 | 88 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 1991 | EF2 | 40 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 20, 1989 | EF2 | 46 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1989 | EF2 | 73 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 1980 | EF2 | 93 km | 7.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 1980 | EF2 | 42 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 28, 1978 | EF2 | 68 km | 3.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 1975 | EF2 | 37 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 21, 1967 | EF2 | 77 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 16, 1966 | EF2 | 64 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1962 | EF2 | 90 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 19, 1955 | EF2 | 72 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 19, 1954 | EF2 | 100 km | 12.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1954 | EF2 | 86 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
6 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BULL RUN (2,003 acres, 2008).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2008 | BULL RUN | 2,003 | 64 km |
| 2009 | WOODRUFF | 757 | 86 km |
| 2018 | FIELDS RUN | 711 | 28 km |
| 2006 | FIVE MILE FIRE | 658 | 41 km |
| 2006 | OKOME ROAD | 573 | 48 km |
| 2006 | BEAR TRAP | 561 | 31 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-5°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.2 in |
Howard has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 24°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.3").