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Current Local Time in Philadelphia County

Current local time and time zone in Philadelphia County, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 64°F now🕔 9:55 AM local📅 Best: June, July, September and October👥 1.6 million

Current local time in Philadelphia County

9:55 AM
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/New_York
UTC offsetUTC-04:00
UTC now1:55 PM
Sunrise6:56 AM
Sunset6:42 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:56 AM
Sunset6:42 PM
Daylight11h 46m
Solar noon12:49 PM
Golden hour (am)6:56 AM - 7:56 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:42 PM - 6:42 PM
Blue hour (am)6:26 AM - 6:56 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:42 PM - 7:12 PM
Moon phase🌖 Waning gibbous · 77%
Moonrise9:35 PM
Moonset12:55 PM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Philadelphia County

TypeCounty
StatePennsylvania
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates39°57′9.4″N 75°9′54.7″W (39.9526, -75.1652)
Population1.570.000
Local time9:55 AM (UTC-04:00)
Best monthsJune, July, September and October
ClimateContinental

Summary

Philadelphia County is a county in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 1.6 million.

Right now it is 64°F (18°C) in Philadelphia County with overcast. It feels like 66°F. Today runs from 63°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 7%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Philadelphia County 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 25°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 warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 78°F is 8.8°F above the 69°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Philadelphia County today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

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Coordinates: 39°57′9.4″N 75°9′54.7″W (39.9526, -75.1652)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Philadelphia County?

Philadelphia County is a county in Pennsylvania. Its coordinates are 39.9526, -75.1652. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Philadelphia County right now?

It is currently 64°F (18°C) with overcast. Humidity is 93% and wind is 3 mph.

When is the best time to visit Philadelphia County?

June, July, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Philadelphia County, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Philadelphia County in?

Philadelphia County observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 9:55 AM.

How many people live in Philadelphia County?

Philadelphia County has a population of approximately 1.6 million.

What is the nearest airport to Philadelphia County?

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 County?

Popular options include Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Statue of Liberty, Hudson River, Empire State Building, Times Square and Central Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
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 October 1, 2026 at 9:55 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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