Best time to visit Philadelphia
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An easy train ride from New York or Washington.
See Philadelphia on the globePhiladelphia month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Mixed | 5°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | Mummers Parade |
| February | Poor | 7°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| March | Mixed | 12°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| April | Good | 18°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| May | Great | 23°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| June | Good | 28°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| July | Good | 31°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | Wawa Welcome America |
| August | Good | 30°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| September | Great | 26°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| October | Great | 19°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| November | Good | 13°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| December | Poor | 7°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
Festivals, events and seasons in Philadelphia
- January🎉 Mummers ParadeCostumed parade on New Year’s Day.
- July🎉 Wawa Welcome AmericaFourth of July festival.
Good to know
- Flights to Philadelphia are usually cheapest in November–March.
- Crowds and prices peak in June–July, so book early.
The Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution were both signed in Philadelphia.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Philadelphia?
The best time to visit Philadelphia is April–June and September–October. An easy train ride from New York or Washington.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Philadelphia?
Flights are usually cheapest in November–March, when demand is lowest.
When is Philadelphia busiest?
Philadelphia is busiest in June–July.
What is the weather like in Philadelphia?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 31°C, and January the coolest at 5°C.
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