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Pennsylvania Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Pennsylvania, the United States of America in October.

Thinking about venturing to Pennsylvania, the United States of America this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Pennsylvania in October

Pennsylvania, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. October in Pennsylvania generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Bradford at 15°C (59°F) and pleasant in Philadelphia at 20°C (68°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Philadelphia and 3°C (37°F) in Bradford.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Pennsylvania, the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Pittsburgh with an average of 76 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Mount Pocono with 159 mm (6.3 in).

Average sunshine

October brings good sunshine to many areas. Philadelphia sees around 200 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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

Best Places to Visit in Pennsylvania in October

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Pennsylvania

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Temperature range in Pennsylvania (October)

Precipitation variation in Pennsylvania (October)

Philadelphia

In October Philadelphia generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
200 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Pittsburgh

In October Pittsburgh generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
168 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
76 mm (3 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Gettysburg

In October Gettysburg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
19°C (66°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
199 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions

York

In October York generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
19°C (66°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
199 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Washington

In October Washington generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
168 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Pennsylvania in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Philadelphia 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Pittsburgh 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Gettysburg 19°C (66°F) 6°C (43°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
York 19°C (66°F) 7°C (45°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Washington 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Bethlehem 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)

Pennsylvania weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Pennsylvania, the United States of America in October?

October in Pennsylvania, the United States of America brings pleasant weather. In Philadelphia, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in Pennsylvania, the United States of America in October?

Average temperatures in Pennsylvania, the United States of America during October range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Philadelphia.

Does Pennsylvania, the United States of America get a lot of rain in October?

Philadelphia typically receives notable rainfall in October, about 118 mm (4.6 in) on average across Pennsylvania, the United States of America.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Pennsylvania, the United States of America?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Philadelphia, October might be a good time to visit Pennsylvania, the United States of America. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May offering mostly perfect weather in Philadelphia. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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