Rockwood, Pennsylvania Weather
Rockwood, Pennsylvania — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery for Rockwood, Somerset County.
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About Rockwood, Pennsylvania
Rockwood, a place where the Appalachian foothills begin their gentle, forested descent, cradles a quiet existence. It lies 25.1 miles north-north-east of Garrett, MD (from Garrett, MD: bearing 17°T), and is situated 7.5 miles south-south-west of Somerset. The land here is a rich, dark loam, supporting stands of oak and pine that turn a fiery spectacle in autumn, their shadows lengthening across the rolling terrain. The air, especially in the morning, carries the crisp, clean scent of pine needles and damp earth, a constant reminder of the surrounding wilderness. A slow-moving Stonycreek winds its way through the valley, its banks often fringed with ferns and the occasional flash of a kingfisher's wing, reflecting the soft, diffused light that filters through the dense canopy. The houses of Rockwood, many with wide porches and sturdy foundations, seem to settle into the landscape as if they have always been there, their colors muted greens and browns that echo the natural palette of the region. The history of Rockwood is deeply intertwined with the veins of coal that lie beneath its soil, a legacy that shaped its early development and continues to inform its character. For generations, the rhythm of life here pulsed with the demanding work of the mines, a hard-won prosperity that left its mark on the community’s resilience and the stoic faces of its people. While the coal industry has shifted, the echoes of that past remain, visible in the sturdy brick buildings that once housed bustling general stores and in the enduring spirit of self-reliance that characterizes Rockwood. Today, the local economy draws strength from a blend of small businesses, agriculture, and the quiet allure of outdoor recreation, drawing visitors who seek the tranquil beauty of the nearby Laurel Ridge State Park and the rugged charm of the surrounding countryside. The small-town feel is palpable, a place where neighbors still recognize each other and the pace of life allows for thoughtful conversation and a shared appreciation for the simple abundance of the land.
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| Location | Rockwood, Somerset County, Pennsylvania |
| Coordinates | 39.915634°N, 79.152252°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 17046, 15557 |
| Area Code | 215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Rockwood, Pennsylvania Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Rockwood, Pennsylvania, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modeled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Rockwood includes coordinates 39.915634°N, 79.152252°W, situated in Somerset County. ZIP code 17046, 15557. Telephone area code: 215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878. Timezone: Eastern Time (America/New_York).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov (NOAA), with a modeled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
