Weather & Climate in Picture Rocks, PA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Picture Rocks experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. The area receives 35.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 957 feet.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 957 ft (292 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 740/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2777°N, 76.7060°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Sullivan County County |
| Nearest Airport | Williamsport Regional (IPT) 11 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 10.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 72.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 97.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
16 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.6.
| Jan 16, 1994 | 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania | M4.6 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Jan 16, 1994 | 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania | M4.2 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Jun 13, 2019 | 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania | M3.4 | 117 km | 27 km |
| Feb 3, 2001 | 6 km W of Bath, New York | M3.2 | 132 km | 0 km |
| Jun 3, 2010 | 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M3.1 | 134 km | 2 km |
| Nov 14, 1997 | 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania | M3.0 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Apr 24, 2009 | 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M2.9 | 138 km | 1 km |
| Jan 16, 1994 | 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania | M2.9 | 122 km | 5 km |
| Jun 10, 2025 | 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 32 km | 8 km |
| May 10, 1993 | 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Oct 25, 2009 | 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 133 km | 1 km |
| Mar 11, 1995 | 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania | M2.7 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 1994 | 3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania | M2.6 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Oct 28, 1996 | 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania | M2.6 | 122 km | 5 km |
| May 7, 1994 | 2 km SW of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania | M2.5 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Jan 8, 1995 | 1 km WSW of Montrose Manor, Pennsylvania | M2.5 | 124 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
1 hurricane (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 1985 | Gloria | Category 1 | 86 mph | 296 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
230 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 10 fatalities, 138 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF3 | 67 km | 26.0 mi | 2 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF3 | 100 km | 62.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 39 km | 19.0 mi | 6 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 84 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 82 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 1976 | EF3 | 48 km | 25.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 14, 2019 | EF2 | 27 km | 3.7 mi | 0 |
| Oct 2, 2018 | EF2 | 49 km | 2.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 2018 | EF2 | 72 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 2018 | EF2 | 49 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| Feb 25, 2017 | EF2 | 79 km | 12.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 8, 2014 | EF2 | 36 km | 6.7 mi | 0 |
| May 23, 2011 | EF2 | 81 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2011 | EF2 | 98 km | 1.1 mi | 0 |
| Dec 1, 2006 | EF2 | 57 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 15, 1992 | EF2 | 74 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 28, 1988 | EF2 | 62 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 6, 1984 | EF2 | 47 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF2 | 95 km | 9.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 17, 1982 | EF2 | 27 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
8 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: PENOBSCOT (2,091 acres, 2009).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2009 | PENOBSCOT | 2,091 | 71 km |
| 2008 | BULL RUN | 2,003 | 69 km |
| 2004 | CRYSTAL LAKE | 1,838 | 74 km |
| 2009 | WOODRUFF | 757 | 86 km |
| 2015 | PIPELINE 1 | 666 | 88 km |
| 2006 | FIVE MILE FIRE | 658 | 99 km |
| 2006 | OKOME ROAD | 573 | 59 km |
| 2006 | BEAR TRAP | 561 | 94 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 3.3 in |
Picture Rocks has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 28°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.3").