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Pennsylvania Weather & Climate: the United States of America

Climate by month across Pennsylvania, the United States of America, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Pennsylvania

When planning a visit to Pennsylvania in the United States of America, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from 5°C (41°F) in January up to 31°C (88°F) during the peak of July. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Philadelphia, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

Pennsylvania offers pleasant conditions in May, September and October, with temperatures typically ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 26°C (79°F).

The cooler season is during the months of January, February and December.

When it comes to rainfall, Pennsylvania experiences moderate variations in precipitation across the seasons. You can expect around 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain in August, dropping to 77 mm (3 in) in November.

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for July, when daylight hours are at their peak.

Explore Pennsylvania by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Pennsylvania - and find the best time to visit. (based on Philadelphia)

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Climate map of Pennsylvania

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Philadelphia 5°C (41°F) 31°C (88°F) -3°C (27°F) 22°C (72°F) 1272 mm (50 in) 2,500 hours
Pittsburgh 2°C (36°F) 28°C (82°F) -7°C (19°F) 18°C (64°F) 975 mm (38 in) 2,029 hours
Gettysburg 4°C (39°F) 30°C (86°F) -6°C (21°F) 18°C (64°F) 1141 mm (45 in) 2,609 hours
York 4°C (39°F) 31°C (88°F) -6°C (21°F) 19°C (66°F) 1169 mm (46 in) 2,609 hours
Washington 2°C (36°F) 28°C (82°F) -8°C (18°F) 16°C (61°F) 992 mm (39 in) 2,029 hours
Bethlehem 3°C (37°F) 30°C (86°F) -6°C (21°F) 18°C (64°F) 1253 mm (49 in)

Places in Pennsylvania, the United States of America

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