The Best Time To Visit Philadelphia

Philadelphia Climate

The City of Brotherly Love is known for its cheesesteaks, the Liberty Bell and its hot, humid summers. While the rest of the year is relatively mild, summers can get muggy so make sure you have sunglasses, sunblock and plenty of water on hand. Prepare for your self-drive holiday with our US Camping Checklist.

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Independence Hall, Philadelphia

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Maximum and Minimum Average Temperature In Philadelphia (Fahrenheit)

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Max	40	44	53	64	74	83	87	85	78	67	56	45
Min	26	28	34	44	54	64	69	68	60	48	39	30
Rain	3	2.7	3.8	3.5	3.7	3.4	4.3	3.5	3.8	3.2	3	3.5

RAIN – Rainfall in inches

Maximum and Minimum Average Temperature In Philadelphia (Celsius)

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Max	4	7	12	18	23	28	31	29	26	19	13	7
Min	-3	-2	1	7	12	18	21	20	16	9	4	-1
Rain	77	70	96	90	94	87	110	89	96	81	76	90

RAIN – Rainfall in mm

School Holidays in Pennsylvania

The summer break is between the last week of June to the first week of September while the winter break is between the third week of December to the first week of January. There are also week-long breaks in the last week of March (Spring) and in the third week of November (Thanksgiving).

In Pennsylvania, Columbus Day is celebrated on the second Monday of October and the Day after Thanksgiving is observed on the fourth Friday of November. Learn more about Public Holidays in the USA.

So When Is The Best Time To Visit?

If you're looking to avoid the heat and crowds of summer, spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) offer pleasant weather as well as low prices. However, it is still best to pre-book your accommodations and motorhome rental, no matter what season you decide to visit. You can find Campgrounds around Pennsylvania and great vehicles in RV Hire Philadelphia.

Summer

It starts to get hot in June, although July is still the most humid (and wettest) month of the year. This usually is not enough to turn away tourists who are eager to see the city's historic attractions and the 4th of July festivities. The days are still warm in August, and expect afternoon rain. It will be best to have an umbrella to go with your sunblock and sun hat.

Autumn

September is still pleasantly warm, and you can look forward to cooler climes in October and November. The days can still be mild but evenings can get very cold, so warm clothing and even an umbrella are still highly recommended.

Winter

The temperature dips to the low 30s in December, with a trace of occasional snow. January is still the coldest month, with February not being too far behind. If you are planning to visit during winter, be prepared for the chill with a winter jacket, warm clothing and a positive attitude.

Spring

March gives way to warmer days, and the cherry blossoms are in full bloom by April and May. This would be a great time to see the historical tourist attractions around the city, although there would still be occasional rainshowers and cool evenings. Bring an umbrella with your warm clothes and sunblock.

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