Weather & Climate in Starrucca, PA

Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.

Starrucca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 271 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 51.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 69.2 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 1,709 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	44.1°F
	18% below US avg
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days	271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,709 ft (521 m)
Area	3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density	19/sq mi
Coordinates	41.8909°N, 75.4498°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Wayne County County
Nearest Airport	Sullivan County International (MSV) 36 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.4"

35% above US avg

Snowfall 69.2"

Wettest Month (May) 4.29"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.80"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	56.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	50.2 / 100
Community Resilience	37.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

25 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.

Apr 5, 2024	2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake	M4.8	145 km	3 km
Jun 17, 1991	7 km NE of Worcester, New York	M4.0	104 km	5 km
Apr 5, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M3.7	146 km	4 km
Dec 13, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M3.2	134 km	10 km
Aug 26, 2003	4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey	M3.1	146 km	3 km
May 18, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M3.1	134 km	9 km
Jul 24, 2007	12 km SSW of Altamont, New York	M3.1	135 km	15 km
Feb 3, 2009	1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey	M3.0	137 km	0 km
Oct 21, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M2.9	134 km	7 km
Apr 27, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.9	146 km	5 km
May 24, 2024	6 km E of Califon, New Jersey	M2.9	143 km	7 km
Jun 10, 2025	10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania	M2.8	108 km	8 km
Aug 27, 2011	5 km WSW of Altamont, New York	M2.8	142 km	22 km
Mar 22, 2009	9 km SW of Altamont, New York	M2.8	138 km	16 km
Aug 25, 2011	5 km WSW of Altamont, New York	M2.7	142 km	18 km
Feb 18, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M2.7	134 km	9 km
Feb 27, 2008	2 km SW of Central Bridge, New York	M2.7	127 km	6 km
Feb 20, 2009	15 km SSW of Altamont, New York	M2.7	135 km	8 km
Aug 14, 2015	3 km SE of Mendham, New Jersey	M2.6	146 km	8 km
Apr 10, 2024	5 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.6	146 km	9 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	219 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).

Tornado History

164 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 4 fatalities, 84 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Path	Fatalities
Jun 2, 1998	EF3	58 km	26.0 mi	2
May 31, 1998	EF3	77 km	5.0 mi	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	72 km	20.0 mi	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	61 km	62.0 mi	0
Jul 14, 1988	EF3	99 km	7.2 mi	0
May 2, 1983	EF3	90 km	2.0 mi	0
Apr 22, 2023	EF2	45 km	10.0 mi	0
Jun 13, 2018	EF2	79 km	2.9 mi	0
Feb 25, 2017	EF2	76 km	12.5 mi	0
Jul 8, 2014	EF2	94 km	6.7 mi	0
Apr 28, 2011	EF2	78 km	7.4 mi	0
Jul 23, 2010	EF2	25 km	25.7 mi	0
Jul 29, 2009	EF2	97 km	7.4 mi	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	82 km	1.0 mi	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	66 km	2.0 mi	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	62 km	3.0 mi	0
Sep 18, 1991	EF2	14 km	4.0 mi	0
Oct 14, 1989	EF2	73 km	2.0 mi	2
Aug 28, 1988	EF2	63 km	1.5 mi	0
Oct 1, 1986	EF2	85 km	0.1 mi	0

Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1895	HIGH BRIDGE, NJ	Earthquake	—	—	144 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.

Wildfire History

11 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: 16 MILE (7,896 acres, 2016).

Year	Name	Acres Burned	Distance
2016	16 MILE	7,896	81 km
2015	ROOSA GAP	2,747	90 km
2008	UNNAMED	2,224	99 km
2009	PENOBSCOT	2,091	84 km
2016	SAMS POINT FIRE-VERKEERDER FIRE	1,929	95 km
2004	CRYSTAL LAKE	1,838	87 km
2006	CHERRYTOWN FIRE	943	90 km
2020	SEVEN PINES	790	82 km
2015	PIPELINE 1	666	88 km
2016	BEAR TOWN	649	81 km
2024	WHITEHOUSE	607	83 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	21°F (-6°C)	2.9 in	Coldest
February	21°F (-6°C)	2.8 in	Driest
March	30°F (-1°C)	3.4 in
April	42°F (5°C)	3.8 in
May	53°F (12°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
June	61°F (16°C)	4.3 in
July	67°F (19°C)	4.0 in	Warmest
August	66°F (19°C)	4.1 in
September	59°F (15°C)	3.9 in
October	48°F (9°C)	3.7 in
November	38°F (3°C)	4.0 in
December	27°F (-3°C)	3.5 in

Starrucca has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 21°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.8").

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