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Weather & Climate in Kistler, PA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kistler experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°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 42.5 inches. The area receives 33.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 561 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.3°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 561 ft (171 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,024/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3770°N, 77.8654°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Huntingdon County County |
| Nearest Airport | State College Regional (SCE) 36 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 50.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 46.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 69.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very 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
12 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 | 130 km | 7 km |
| Jun 13, 2019 | 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania | M3.4 | 31 km | 27 km |
| Jun 3, 2010 | 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M3.1 | 82 km | 2 km |
| Jan 17, 2016 | 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia | M3.0 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Nov 14, 1997 | 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania | M3.0 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Apr 24, 2009 | 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M2.9 | 79 km | 1 km |
| Sep 15, 2019 | 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 95 km | 5 km |
| Oct 25, 2009 | 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 82 km | 1 km |
| Mar 11, 1995 | 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania | M2.7 | 128 km | 5 km |
| Jan 13, 1990 | 6 km ENE of Eldersburg, Maryland | M2.6 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 1994 | 3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania | M2.6 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Oct 28, 1996 | 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania | M2.6 | 147 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
211 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 48 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 22, 1983 | EF3 | 92 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1980 | EF3 | 87 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 16, 1961 | EF3 | 47 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 5, 1952 | EF3 | 99 km | 17.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 2019 | EF2 | 27 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 2019 | EF2 | 53 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| May 23, 2011 | EF2 | 65 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2011 | EF2 | 85 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1996 | EF2 | 77 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 26, 1994 | EF2 | 73 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 1994 | EF2 | 67 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 9, 1992 | EF2 | 83 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 1991 | EF2 | 33 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 20, 1989 | EF2 | 27 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1989 | EF2 | 31 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 31, 1985 | EF2 | 85 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 1980 | EF2 | 73 km | 7.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1980 | EF2 | 78 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 1980 | EF2 | 61 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 28, 1978 | EF2 | 96 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
4 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BEAR DEN (945 acres, 2014).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2014 | BEAR DEN | 945 | 91 km |
| 2018 | FIELDS RUN | 711 | 88 km |
| 2006 | BEAR TRAP | 561 | 98 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 510 | 98 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 2.8 in |
Kistler has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 30°F in February to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.0") and January the driest (2.5").