Philadelphia Countryside FAQs

Find out all you need to know about visiting Philadelphia Countryside.

When is the best time to visit Philadelphia Countryside?

The best time to visit the Countryside of Philadelphia is May to October when the weather is warmest and sunniest. Summer (June-August) has average temperatures of 20-30°C and can get very hot, while autumn (September-October) is the best time to explore the countryside for the Fall colours. Spring (March-May) ranges from cold to mild with temperatures 5-20°C and is a great time to see the spring blossoms in the region’s many gardens. Winter (November-March) has temperatures from 10°C down to -5°C (colder in the hills) with snow most common December-February.

What is the time difference between the UK and Philadelphia Countryside?

Philadelphia’s Countryside uses Eastern Standard Time (GMT – 5), observing Daylight Saving Time (GMT – 4) March to November.

What places combine well with Philadelphia Countryside?

The main destinations in Countryside of Philadelphia such as Valley Forge are less than an hour’s drive from the city, and the region is easily combined with other destinations in Pennsylvania and neighbouring New York State. New York City is about 1.5 hours’ drive north-east, Lancaster is one hour west, Gettysburg two hours west and Pittsburgh four hours west.

What are the main cultural events in Philadelphia Countryside?

May to September – Longwood Gardens Festival of Fountains – spectacular illuminated fountain performances
June – Chester County Balloon Festival – hot air balloon flights and entertainment
December – The March-in – commemorating when the Continental Army reached Valley Forge in 1777