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Weather & Climate in Rockwood, PA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Rockwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 293 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 41.7 inches. The area receives 45.7 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 1,869 feet.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 47.1°F |
| 13% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,869 ft (570 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,400/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9158°N, 79.1573°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Somerset County County |
| Nearest Airport | Arnold Palmer Regional (LBE) 28 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 64.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 51.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 81.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| 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
2 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.0.
| Jan 17, 2016 | 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia | M3.0 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Sep 11, 2024 | 4 km WNW of Claysville, Pennsylvania | M2.5 | 113 km | 4 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, 344 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF4 | 16 km | 36.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1980 | EF4 | 95 km | 11.8 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF3 | 20 km | 13.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 3, 1980 | EF3 | 77 km | 29.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 1976 | EF3 | 56 km | 11.8 mi | 1 |
| May 19, 1967 | EF3 | 61 km | 0.3 mi | 1 |
| Aug 3, 1963 | EF3 | 76 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Jun 26, 2024 | EF2 | 68 km | 10.8 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 2024 | EF2 | 86 km | 5.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 25, 2023 | EF2 | 27 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 2, 2018 | EF2 | 33 km | 1.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 23, 2011 | EF2 | 64 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2002 | EF2 | 73 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 10 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 46 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 60 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1997 | EF2 | 48 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1996 | EF2 | 79 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 26, 1994 | EF2 | 98 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 1990 | EF2 | 88 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
3 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BEAR DEN (945 acres, 2014).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2014 | BEAR DEN | 945 | 42 km |
| 2001 | SOUTH BRANCH | 519 | 85 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 510 | 34 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.2 in |
Rockwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 26°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.8").