Best Time to Visit Philadelphia
Best time to visit Philadelphia: June, July, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Philadelphia
Go in June, July, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Philadelphia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38° | 24° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 42° | 27° | 2,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 57° | 37° | 5,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 66° | 46° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 73° | 56° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 85° | 66° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 88° | 71° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 84° | 67° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 78° | 62° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 51° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 56° | 39° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 44° | 31° | 4,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Philadelphia compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Philadelphia.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia County | 0 mi | 56°F | about the same | 44 in |
| New Jersey | 28 mi | 56°F | about the same | 41 in |
| Delaware | 58 mi | 57°F | +33°F warmer | 45 in |
| Staten Island | 69 mi | 55°F | 33°F cooler | 47 in |
| Newark Liberty International Airport | 73 mi | 55°F | 33°F cooler | 49 in |
Best time to visit each airport in Philadelphia
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each zip / postal code in Philadelphia
1 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 60°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Philadelphia is a city in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia is known for Liberty Bell and cheesesteaks. It has a population of about 1.6 million.
Right now it is 44°F (7°C) in Philadelphia with partly cloudy. It feels like 40°F. Today runs from 43°F to 65°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Philadelphia is June, July, September and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 24°F.
The closest major airport is Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), about 7 mi away. Nearby highlights include Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Statue of Liberty, Hudson River and Empire State Building.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 65°F is 3.6°F below the 69°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in Philadelphia today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Philadelphia right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:06 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 62° / 48°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 8 mph
☁️ 66° / 53°
Overcast · 3% rain · wind 6 mph
Things to do in Philadelphia
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Philadelphia.
Quick facts about Philadelphia
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 39°57′9.4″N 75°9′54.7″W (39.9526, -75.1652) |
| Population | 1.570.000 |
| Known for | Liberty Bell and cheesesteaks |
| Local time | 3:06 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Philadelphia?
Philadelphia is a city in Pennsylvania. Its coordinates are 39.9526, -75.1652. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Philadelphia right now?
It is currently 44°F (7°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 83% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Philadelphia?
June, July, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Philadelphia, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Philadelphia in?
Philadelphia observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 3:06 PM.
How many people live in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia has a population of approximately 1.6 million.
What is the nearest airport to Philadelphia?
The closest airports are Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 7 mi away, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 73 mi away and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 87 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Philadelphia?
Popular options include Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Statue of Liberty, Hudson River, Empire State Building, Times Square and Central Park.
What places are in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia covers 2 places in this atlas, including Philadelphia International Airport and ZIP Code 19103.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 28, 2026 at 3:06 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
