Philadelphia Weather Forecast
Philadelphia weather: 69°F, mainly clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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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° | 25° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 42° | 27° | 2,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 57° | 38° | 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° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 79° | 62° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 51° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 56° | 40° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 44° | 31° | 4,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Philadelphia
Go in June, July, August, 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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 | 43 in |
| New Jersey | 28 mi | 56°F | about the same | 41 in |
| Delaware | 58 mi | 57°F | +33°F warmer | 43 in |
| Staten Island | 69 mi | 55°F | about the same | 48 in |
| Newark Liberty International Airport | 73 mi | 55°F | 33°F cooler | 49 in |
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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 69°F (21°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 87% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Philadelphia?
June, July, August, 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 12:24 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 August 23, 2026 at 12:24 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
