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Bethlehem (PA) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Bethlehem experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from warm days to cold weather. It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Bethlehem is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in July to a chilly 3°C in the coolest month, January.

Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -6°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Bethlehem has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1253 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Bethlehem offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between June (141 mm) and November (71 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Forecast for Bethlehem (PA)

Sun   Dec 22
-5°C | -12°C
NW 6 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
-2°C | -13°C
S 3 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
4°C | -6°C
W 3 m/s
3.9 mm
broken clouds and snow

broken clouds and snow

The best time of year to visit Bethlehem in the United States of America

During the months of May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Bethlehem?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Bethlehem?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Bethlehem?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Bethlehem?
    June tops the wettest month list with 141 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Bethlehem?
    November is the driest month with 71 mm of precipitation.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.