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Weather & Climate in Jacksonville CDP (Centre County), PA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Jacksonville CDP (Centre County) experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches. The area receives 43.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 937 feet.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 937 ft (286 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 379/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.9920°N, 77.6340°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Centre County County |
| Nearest Airport | State College Regional (SCE) 11 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 68.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 50.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 74.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
10 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 | 64 km | 27 km |
| Jun 3, 2010 | 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M3.1 | 115 km | 2 km |
| Nov 14, 1997 | 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania | M3.0 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Apr 24, 2009 | 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M2.9 | 115 km | 1 km |
| Sep 15, 2019 | 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 133 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 | 114 km | 1 km |
| Mar 11, 1995 | 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania | M2.7 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 1994 | 3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania | M2.6 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Oct 28, 1996 | 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania | M2.6 | 150 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
179 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 | 89 km | 69.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 46 km | 19.0 mi | 6 |
| Jul 29, 1976 | EF3 | 38 km | 25.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 2019 | EF2 | 51 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Oct 2, 2018 | EF2 | 72 km | 2.2 mi | 0 |
| May 23, 2011 | EF2 | 53 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| Sep 26, 1994 | EF2 | 89 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 1991 | EF2 | 39 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 20, 1989 | EF2 | 44 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1989 | EF2 | 70 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 1980 | EF2 | 94 km | 7.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 1980 | EF2 | 39 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 28, 1978 | EF2 | 65 km | 3.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 1975 | EF2 | 36 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 21, 1967 | EF2 | 74 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 16, 1966 | EF2 | 63 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1962 | EF2 | 92 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 19, 1955 | EF2 | 69 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 19, 1954 | EF2 | 100 km | 12.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1954 | EF2 | 89 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 | 66 km |
| 2009 | WOODRUFF | 757 | 88 km |
| 2018 | FIELDS RUN | 711 | 31 km |
| 2006 | FIVE MILE FIRE | 658 | 43 km |
| 2006 | OKOME ROAD | 573 | 49 km |
| 2006 | BEAR TRAP | 561 | 34 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.0 in |
Jacksonville CDP (Centre County) has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 27°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (2.6").