State in United States

Pennsylvania Map

Interactive map of Pennsylvania with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.

☁️ 69°F now🕔 3:15 AM local📅 Best: June, July, August, September and October👥 13 million

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 (21°C) in Pennsylvania with overcast. It feels like 71°F. Today runs from 59°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 22%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - 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 9.2/10. 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.

Map of Pennsylvania

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Coordinates: 40°16′23.5″N 76°53′12.1″W (40.2732, -76.8867)

Quick facts about Pennsylvania

TypeState
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates40°16′23.5″N 76°53′12.1″W (40.2732, -76.8867)
CapitalHarrisburg
Population13.000.000
Area46.054 sq mi
AbbreviationPA
Time zoneAmerica/New_York
Local time3:15 AM (UTC-04:00)
Best monthsJune, July, August, September and October
ClimateContinental

Maps of each city in Pennsylvania

2 cities mapped in this atlas

Maps of each county in Pennsylvania

1 counties mapped in this atlas

Cities map of Pennsylvania

2 cities and towns mapped in this atlas

Counties map of Pennsylvania

1 counties mapped, each with its own weather, climate and geography pages

Neighboring states and provinces in United States

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Getting to Pennsylvania

By road, from nearby cities

Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.

Airports near Pennsylvania

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
Philadelphia International AirportPHL91 miPhiladelphia
Washington Dulles International AirportIAD96 miVirginia
Ronald Reagan Washington National AirportDCA99 miWashington, D.C.
Newark Liberty International AirportEWR145 miNew Jersey
LaGuardia AirportLGA162 miNew York City
John F. Kennedy International AirportJFK165 miNew York City
Toronto Pearson International AirportYYZ274 miToronto

Things to do in Pennsylvania

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Pennsylvania.

Explore Pennsylvania

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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 (21°C) with overcast. Humidity is 85% and wind is 8 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 3:15 AM.

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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 23, 2026 at 3:15 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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