Weather & Climate in Ohiopyle, PA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ohiopyle experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 88.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. 74% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,215 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,215 ft (370 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 76/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8641°N, 79.4947°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Fayette County County |
| Nearest Airport | Arnold Palmer Regional (LBE) 29 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 73.5% |
| Unhealthy Days | 2 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 82.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 73.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 67.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
3 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.5.
| Sep 11, 2024 | 4 km WNW of Claysville, Pennsylvania | M2.5 | 87 km | 4 km |
| Aug 15, 2010 | 19 km ESE of Burnsville, West Virginia | M2.5 | 141 km | 17 km |
| Aug 21, 2010 | 19 km WNW of Helvetia, West Virginia | M2.5 | 142 km | 11 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
210 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 6 fatalities, 401 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF4 | 31 km | 36.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1980 | EF4 | 90 km | 11.8 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF3 | 38 km | 13.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 3, 1980 | EF3 | 51 km | 29.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 1976 | EF3 | 54 km | 11.8 mi | 1 |
| May 19, 1967 | EF3 | 56 km | 0.3 mi | 1 |
| Aug 3, 1963 | EF3 | 60 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Jun 26, 2024 | EF2 | 61 km | 10.8 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 2024 | EF2 | 66 km | 5.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 25, 2023 | EF2 | 11 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 1, 2022 | EF2 | 91 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Oct 21, 2021 | EF2 | 95 km | 15.7 mi | 0 |
| Oct 2, 2018 | EF2 | 32 km | 1.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 23, 2011 | EF2 | 51 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2002 | EF2 | 82 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 66 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 23 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 18 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1997 | EF2 | 54 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1996 | EF2 | 99 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
4 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: NEW CREEK MTN (1,689 acres, 2001).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2001 | NEW CREEK MTN | 1,689 | 98 km |
| 2014 | BEAR DEN | 945 | 70 km |
| 2001 | SOUTH BRANCH | 519 | 92 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 510 | 61 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 56°F (14°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.8 in | Driest |
| November | 38°F (4°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.5 in |
Ohiopyle has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 25°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.7") and October the driest (3.8").