Weather & Climate in Vicksburg CDP (Blair County), PA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Vicksburg CDP (Blair County) experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. The area receives 38.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. 81% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,022 feet.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,022 ft (312 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,871/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3698°N, 78.4158°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Blair County County |
| Nearest Airport | State College Regional (SCE) 49 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 80.9% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 77.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 57.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 94.1 / 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 | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very 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
6 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.4.
| Jun 13, 2019 | 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania | M3.4 | 77 km | 27 km |
| Jun 3, 2010 | 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M3.1 | 126 km | 2 km |
| Jan 17, 2016 | 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia | M3.0 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Apr 24, 2009 | 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M2.9 | 123 km | 1 km |
| Sep 15, 2019 | 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Oct 25, 2009 | 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania | M2.8 | 126 km | 1 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
190 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 2 fatalities, 67 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF4 | 77 km | 36.5 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1985 | EF4 | 93 km | 69.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF3 | 89 km | 13.0 mi | 1 |
| Jul 11, 1976 | EF3 | 92 km | 11.8 mi | 1 |
| Apr 16, 1961 | EF3 | 84 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 2022 | EF2 | 96 km | 8.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 2019 | EF2 | 71 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 2019 | EF2 | 70 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Oct 2, 2018 | EF2 | 87 km | 1.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2002 | EF2 | 72 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 90 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 15, 1997 | EF2 | 77 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1996 | EF2 | 35 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1996 | EF2 | 77 km | 27.4 mi | 0 |
| Sep 26, 1994 | EF2 | 41 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 1994 | EF2 | 91 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 1991 | EF2 | 60 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 20, 1989 | EF2 | 58 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1989 | EF2 | 78 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 26, 1981 | EF2 | 72 km | 0.1 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 | 62 km |
| 2018 | FIELDS RUN | 711 | 98 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 510 | 66 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 2.6 in |
Vicksburg CDP (Blair County) has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 28°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.0").