Weather in February in Pennsylvania
Thinking about venturing to Pennsylvania this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Pennsylvania in February?
Pennsylvania is a region in the United States of America. February in Pennsylvania generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. During February, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Bradford at -1°C to cold in Essington at 6°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C in Essington and -11°C in Bradford.
Precipitation
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Huntingdon with an average of 50 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Tannersville with 91 mm.Average sunshine
Philadelphia enjoys a balanced 156 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.For a closer look at February's conditions in Pennsylvania, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Pennsylvania's yearly weather, check out our Pennsylvania climate page.
Where to go in Pennsylvania in February
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Pennsylvania?
Philadelphia
In February Philadelphia generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Pittsburgh
In February Pittsburgh generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Gettysburg
In February Gettysburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
York
In February York generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Washington
In February Washington generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Pennsylvania, in the United States of America.
Is February the best time to visit Pennsylvania?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Philadelphia, February may not be the ideal time to visit Pennsylvania.
On average, the best time to visit Pennsylvania is in May with generally perfect weather in Philadelphia. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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