Best Time to Visit Philadelphia for a City Trip | Weather by Month

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City Trips Potential

90/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

May, September, October

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

1°C – 25°C

Avg Temp Range

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Generally dry

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The best time to visit Philadelphia for a city trip is May, September, October, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Philadelphia

Month	Climate Score	Predictability	Avg Temp	Max Temp	Rain (mm)	Rain Days	Humidity	Season
January	39Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	1°	5°	88	11	66%	shoulder
February	40Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	2°	7°	71	9.9	63%	shoulder
March	37Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	6°	11°	110	11.5	61%	shoulder
April	76Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	12°	18°	92	10.8	58%	shoulder
May	90Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	18°	23°	94	11.2	65%	shoulder
June	74Good Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	23°	28°	110	11	67%	shoulder
July	52Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	25°	31°	121	10.6	66%	shoulder
August	62Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	24°	29°	106	10.1	69%	shoulder
September	87Excellent Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	21°	26°	109	9.1	69%	shoulder
October	87Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	14°	19°	99	9.2	70%	shoulder
November	51Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	8°	13°	78	9.2	67%	shoulder
December	37Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	3°	8°	104	11.7	69%	shoulder