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Our satellite is from the GOES-16. It is color enhanced by using a geocolor terrain background during the day and black marble city lights at night. The daytime satellite data is Visible satellite imagery, and nighttime uses Infrared bands. The bluish clouds are fog and low cloud. The whiteest clouds are the coldest, highest cloud tops.

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Current surface weather map around Lancaster County, PA

This surface map is from the HRRR computer model. It is a 1-hour forecast, updated hourly, which is a good estimate of the current surface conditions. This map shows the current high and low pressure centers, pressure isobar contours, wind streamlines and thickness contours. It also shows the currently depicted preciptiation estimates, although this should not be a substitute for actual live radar. The purple dashed contour is the 5400m thickness line, which is often a good proxy for the rain/snow line.

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Temperatures right now near Ephrata, Pennsylvania

This is the latest surface temperatures as depicted by the HRRR computer model, updated hourly. Although these are not actual observations, this model is a very good representation of current conditions as it factors in observations, terrain and physics to give you more detailed temperatures in areas that do not have reporting weather stations. For the latest reports at specific locations, like in Ephrata, PA please see our current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Surface wind speed map over Ephrata, PA

This map shows the latest HRRR computer model winds. This depiction of the current wind directions and speeds is an estimate from the computer model. For actual observations in Ephrata, PA, see the current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Regional 24 hour rainfall expected near Ephrata, Pennsylvania

This is a forecast of the amount of precipitation expected over the next 24 hours from the HRRR weather forecast model. This is only one forecast depiction, and you should check other models to get a better idea of what may happen. You can view this and other models in more detail on our main weather forecast maps page. There, you will also be able to look at forecasts beyond just 24 hours and look at forecasts out to as far as 16 days.

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Area snowfall accumulation expected around Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

This is snowfall forecast, with amounts anticipated in the next 24 hours. This guidance is from the HRRR weather model. For more model forecasts out to 16 days, visit our main weather forecast maps page.

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These are Convective Outlooks from the Storm Prediction Center. Click to see Days 1-3 broken down into Tornado, Wind and Hail threats, as well as days 5-8 outlooks.

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Climate Summary
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Ephrata, Pennsylvania Climate Summary

Location

Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, USA

Climate Type

Humid subtropical (Cfa)

Temperature

    •   Average Annual Temperature

53.2°F (11.8°C)

    •   Average Summer Temperature (June-August)

73.6°F (23.1°C)

    •   Average Winter Temperature (December-February)

30.7°F (-0.8°C)

    •   Record High Temperature

103°F (39.4°C)

    •   Record Low Temperature

-17°F (-27.2°C)

Precipitation

    •   Average Annual Precipitation

40.7 inches (1034 mm)

    •   Average Snowfall

25.2 inches (64 cm)

    •   Wettest Month

June (4.8 inches / 122 mm)

    •   Driest Month

February (2.6 inches / 66 mm)

Sunshine

    •   Average Annual Sunshine

2,490 hours

    •   Sunniest Month

July (300 hours)

    •   Cloudiest Month

December (160 hours)

Other Climate Data

    •   Average Wind Speed

10.1 mph (16.3 km/h)

    •   Average Relative Humidity

70%

    •   Growing Season

180-200 days

    •   Hardiness Zone

6b

Climate Summary

Ephrata, Pennsylvania experiences a humid subtropical climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. The average annual temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C), with average summer temperatures in the low 70s and average winter temperatures in the low 30s. The area receives an average of 40.7 inches (1034 mm) of precipitation per year, with the majority falling during the summer months. Snowfall is common during the winter, with an average of 25.2 inches (64 cm) per year. The area experiences an average of 2,490 hours of sunshine annually, with the sunniest months being July and August.

Facts & Historical Information
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Ephrata, PA, founded by German Seventh Day Baptists in 1732, is a town steeped in history and natural beauty.

Natural History

    •   Ephrata Cloister, a National Historic Landmark, is renowned for its medicinal gardens, established in the 18th century. These gardens showcase over 100 varieties of herbs and flowers used for healing purposes.

    •   The nearby Conestoga River provides a habitat for diverse aquatic life, including native trout and endangered freshwater mussels.

Science

    •   Ephrata was home to the first paper mill in the American colonies, established in 1744. This mill played a crucial role in the development of printing and publishing in the United States.

    •   The town's scientific legacy continues with the Ephrata Public Library, which houses the Science and Technology Department, offering resources and programs to promote STEM education.

Personalities

    •   Conrad Beissel, the founder of Ephrata Cloister, was a charismatic leader and mystic who established a unique communal society based on celibacy and pacifism.

    •   Dr. John R. Beck, a prominent physician and naturalist, lived in Ephrata in the 19th century. He was known for his research on the flora and fauna of Pennsylvania and published several scientific papers.

Tourist Attractions
1. Ephrata Cloister: A historic religious community founded in 1732, it offers guided tours of its preserved buildings, including a meetinghouse, bakehouse, and waterworks.

2. Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania: Located in nearby Strasburg, it showcases a vast collection of locomotives, passenger cars, and other railroad artifacts.

3. Sight & Sound Theatres: A renowned live entertainment venue that stages elaborate biblical-themed productions with cutting-edge technology and stunning visuals.

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