Geography of Pennsylvania
Geography of Pennsylvania: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Pennsylvania
Maryland is 92 mi to the south, ZIP Code 20001 is 94 mi to the south, Georgetown is 95 mi to the south and Washington, D.C. is 95 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 40°16′23.5″N 76°53′12.1″W (40.2732, -76.8867)
Quick facts about Pennsylvania
| Type | State |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°16′23.5″N 76°53′12.1″W (40.2732, -76.8867) |
| Capital | Harrisburg |
| Population | 13.000.000 |
| Area | 46.054 sq mi |
| Abbreviation | PA |
| Time zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 10:17 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Geography by city in Pennsylvania
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Geography by county in Pennsylvania
1 counties mapped in this atlas
Summary
Pennsylvania is a state in United States. Pennsylvania is a US state with its capital at Harrisburg. It has a population of about 13 million. The capital is Harrisburg.
Right now it is 69°F (20°C) in Pennsylvania with partly cloudy. It feels like 71°F. Today runs from 59°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 22%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Pennsylvania is June, July, August, 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 22°F.
The closest major airport is Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), about 91 mi away. Nearby highlights include National Mall, Watkins Glen State Park, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Statue of Liberty.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 78°F is 4.7°F below the 83°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Pennsylvania today at 9.4/10. 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.
Climate in Pennsylvania 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 | 36° | 22° | 3,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 41° | 25° | 3,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 57° | 37° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 66° | 46° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 72° | 55° | 5,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 84° | 64° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 88° | 70° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 83° | 65° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 77° | 60° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 67° | 48° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 54° | 38° | 2,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 29° | 3,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 40.2732, -76.8867. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Pennsylvania right now?
It is currently 69°F (20°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 86% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Pennsylvania?
June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Pennsylvania, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Pennsylvania in?
Pennsylvania observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 10:17 PM.
How many people live in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania has a population of approximately 13 million.
What is the nearest airport to Pennsylvania?
The closest airports are Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 91 mi away, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 96 mi away and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 99 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Pennsylvania?
Popular options include National Mall, Watkins Glen State Park, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Statue of Liberty, Hudson River and Empire State Building.
What places are in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania covers 3 places in this atlas, including Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Philadelphia County.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 22, 2026 at 10:17 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
