Current Conditions
56°F
Feels like 56°F
Clear
Clear Sky
As of Oct 8, 2026, 6:08 AM · Last checked Oct 8, 2026, 6:08 AM
Times shown in America/New_York. Some values may come from forecast models.
7 mph
SW
92%
6.2 mi
29.80 inHg
Philadelphia reports clear as of Oct 8, 2026, 6:08 AM with temperatures near 56°F (13°C). Humidity is 92%, and winds are around 7 mph.
Check the forecast times and official local alerts before planning commuting, outdoor activities, or travel in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia has a humid subtropical climate at the northern edge of that zone, with hot, humid summers and cold winters. At Philadelphia International Airport, the 1991-2020 reference averages range from a daily high of 41°F (5°C) in Jan to 88°F (31°C) in Jul. Monthly precipitation averages sum to 44.1 inches (1120 mm) per year.
Spring is variable with severe thunderstorm potential. Summer is hot and humid with heat waves common in July and August. Fall is mild and pleasant. Winter brings a mix of rain, ice, and snow events; the city sits on the rain/snow line for many storms, making forecasting tricky.
Philadelphia's location often puts it in the 'sweet spot' for nor'easter snow totals; recent storms like January 2016 dropped over 22 inches on the city.
Local Planning Guide
Philadelphia's trickiest periods are winter storms near the rain-snow line and the summer heat and thunderstorm season.
Philadelphia frequently sits on the precipitation-type boundary, so radar and alerts help separate rain, ice, and snow during winter systems.
Climate reference averages (1991-2020). Average daily high, average daily low, and monthly precipitation.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Precipitation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 41.3°F | 26°F | 3.1 in |
| Feb | 44.3°F | 27.5°F | 2.8 in |
| Mar | 52.8°F | 34.3°F | 4.0 in |
| Apr | 64.7°F | 44.3°F | 3.5 in |
| May | 74.4°F | 54.2°F | 3.3 in |
| Jun | 83.2°F | 63.9°F | 4.0 in |
| Jul | 87.8°F | 69.6°F | 4.4 in |
| Aug | 85.8°F | 67.9°F | 4.3 in |
| Sep | 78.9°F | 60.9°F | 4.4 in |
| Oct | 67.2°F | 49.2°F | 3.5 in |
| Nov | 55.9°F | 38.8°F | 2.9 in |
| Dec | 46°F | 31.2°F | 4.0 in |
Climate data and sources. Verified against NOAA NCEI: PHILADELPHIA INTL AP, PA US (PDF) (USW00013739), 1991-2020. Values are rounded for display. Raw data (JSON). Climate averages are not a forecast and do not describe every neighborhood.
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