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Weather & Climate in Liberty borough (Tioga County), PA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Liberty borough (Tioga County) experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°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 42.3 inches. The area receives 60.6 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 1,563 feet.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.5°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,563 ft (476 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 596/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5585°N, 77.1055°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Lycoming County County |
| Nearest Airport | Williamsport Regional (IPT) 24 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 79.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 41.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 88.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| 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 | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
4 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 | 131 km | 27 km |
| Feb 3, 2001 | 6 km W of Bath, New York | M3.2 | 91 km | 0 km |
| Jun 10, 2025 | 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 36 km | 8 km |
| Jan 25, 1999 | New York | M2.5 | 144 km | 3 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
180 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 10 fatalities, 131 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jul 21, 2003 | EF3 | 79 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF3 | 88 km | 26.0 mi | 2 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF3 | 98 km | 62.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 42 km | 19.0 mi | 6 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 69 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 63 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 1976 | EF3 | 42 km | 25.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 30, 1955 | EF3 | 87 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 14, 2019 | EF2 | 71 km | 3.7 mi | 0 |
| Oct 2, 2018 | EF2 | 6 km | 2.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 2018 | EF2 | 39 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 8, 2014 | EF2 | 52 km | 6.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF2 | 77 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 28, 1988 | EF2 | 86 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 6, 1984 | EF2 | 86 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF2 | 50 km | 9.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 17, 1982 | EF2 | 71 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 1980 | EF2 | 94 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 28, 1978 | EF2 | 78 km | 3.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 14, 1974 | EF2 | 49 km | 12.8 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 | 28 km |
| 2009 | WOODRUFF | 757 | 40 km |
| 2018 | FIELDS RUN | 711 | 81 km |
| 2006 | FIVE MILE FIRE | 658 | 70 km |
| 2006 | OKOME ROAD | 573 | 30 km |
| 2006 | BEAR TRAP | 561 | 69 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.6 in |
Liberty borough (Tioga County) has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 22°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (2.1").