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Scranton (PA) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Scranton can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to very cold. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Scranton. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 29°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold 1°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -7°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Scranton has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1031 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Scranton experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 128 mm in June, the wettest month, and 60 mm in January, the driest month.

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

Forecast for Scranton (PA)

Sun   Dec 22
-8°C | -13°C
NE 6 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
-2°C | -14°C
S 4 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
3°C | -4°C
SW 3 m/s
4.5 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

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

During the months of May, June 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Scranton?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Scranton?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Scranton?
    June tops the wettest month list with 128 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Scranton?
    January is the driest month with 60 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.