Weather & Climate in Rossiter, PA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Rossiter experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. The area receives 42.2 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 1,312 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,312 ft (400 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 322/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.9008°N, 78.9359°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Cambria County County |
| Nearest Airport | Dubois Regional (DUJ) 19 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 73.7% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 76.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 60.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 96.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| 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: M4.5.
| Sep 25, 1998 | 2 km SW of Adamsville, Pennsylvania | M4.5 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Jun 13, 2019 | 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania | M3.4 | 132 km | 27 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
207 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 330 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF4 | 98 km | 36.5 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 82 km | 29.0 mi | 4 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 92 km | 29.0 mi | 7 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 38 km | 69.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1980 | EF4 | 72 km | 11.8 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF3 | 98 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 1976 | EF3 | 78 km | 11.8 mi | 1 |
| Sep 3, 1963 | EF3 | 60 km | 8.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 26, 2024 | EF2 | 83 km | 10.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 2022 | EF2 | 38 km | 8.6 mi | 0 |
| Oct 2, 2018 | EF2 | 33 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 2, 2018 | EF2 | 93 km | 1.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 23, 2011 | EF2 | 97 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2002 | EF2 | 44 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1997 | EF2 | 71 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1996 | EF2 | 38 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1996 | EF2 | 4 km | 27.4 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1996 | EF2 | 42 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 26, 1994 | EF2 | 35 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 1991 | EF2 | 97 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
3 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: FIELDS RUN (711 acres, 2018).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2018 | FIELDS RUN | 711 | 90 km |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 628 | 83 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 586 | 88 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.0 in |
Rossiter has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 25°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.4").