The best times to visit Ford City for ideal weather are

April 30th to October 7th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


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Weather in Ford City

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ford City vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 37th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Ford City, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 83.6°F (28.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 63°F (17.2°C) at night.

Ford City Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ford City Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

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Ford City Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ford City Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 34.1 26.6 19.9
Feb 34.3 26.2 18.6
Mar 48.9 38.4 29.8
Apr 62 50.1 39.8
May 73 61 50.2
Jun 79 68 58.4
Jul 82.1 71.1 61.3
Aug 80.2 69.1 59.7
Sep 74.3 63.1 53.9
Oct 61.9 51.9 43.7
Nov 50.6 41.4 33.7
Dec 40.7 33.5 27.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 1.2 -3 -6.7
Feb 1.3 -3.2 -7.4
Mar 9.4 3.6 -1.2
Apr 16.7 10.1 4.3
May 22.8 16.1 10.1
Jun 26.1 20 14.7
Jul 27.8 21.7 16.3
Aug 26.8 20.6 15.4
Sep 23.5 17.3 12.2
Oct 16.6 11.1 6.5
Nov 10.3 5.2 0.9
Dec 4.8 0.8 -2.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ford City are February, January, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid February. For example, on the week of February 12th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid August with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of August 6th.

When can you find snow in Ford City? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Ford City.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ford City (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 11% 0 1.3
Feb 10% 0 1.1
Mar 15% 0 2.5
Apr 22% 0 2.6
May 17% 0 2.1
Jun 25% 0 4.3
Jul 22% 0 4
Aug 23% 0 3.6
Sep 17% 0 2.2
Oct 21% 0 2.3
Nov 15% 0 1.7
Dec 18% 0 2.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 11 0 3.3
Feb 10 0 2.8
Mar 15 0 6.4
Apr 22 0 6.6
May 17 0 5.3
Jun 25 0 10.9
Jul 22 0 10.2
Aug 23 0 9.1
Sep 17 0 5.6
Oct 21 0 5.8
Nov 15 0 4.3
Dec 18 0 6.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Ford City has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (48.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (66.2%).

Wind in Ford City is usually calm. The windiest month is January, followed by April and December. January’s average wind speed of around 6.5 knots (7.5 MPH or 12.1 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 15.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Ford City.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.5 Light breeze 13 Significant breeze
Feb 6.1 Light breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Mar 6.1 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Apr 6.4 Light breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
May 4.9 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Jun 4.4 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Jul 3.8 Barely noticeable 10 Significant breeze
Aug 3.5 Barely noticeable 9.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.1 Light breeze 10.1 Significant breeze
Oct 5.2 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Nov 5.9 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Dec 6.3 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 62.6%
Feb 59.7%
Mar 52.7%
Apr 48.3%
May 54.4%
Jun 63.1%
Jul 62.4%
Aug 64.3%
Sep 65.1%
Oct 61.2%
Nov 57.2%
Dec 66.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ford City?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Ford City, PA, US is May, followed by July and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Ford City in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 50.9 in October means 50.9% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Ford City Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 79°F (26.1°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 7 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Ford City, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 79.1°F (26.2°C) and 45°F (7.2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Ford City to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 41°F (5°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 6 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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