The best times to visit Hermitage for ideal weather are

April 30th to September 30th

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

 

 


Other Hermitage Travel Info

Weather in Hermitage

Temperature

Average temperatures in Hermitage vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 21st 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 Hermitage, 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 85.4°F (29.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 60.9°F (16.1°C) at night.

Hermitage Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Hermitage 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.

Hermitage Perceived Temperature (F)

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Hermitage Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Hermitage 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 34.8 25.6 16.8
Feb 34.9 25.3 16.3
Mar 49.5 37.2 26.7
Apr 63.6 49.9 37.5
May 75 61.1 48.1
Jun 80.9 67.9 55.7
Jul 83.9 71.3 58.8
Aug 82.3 69.4 57.3
Sep 76.5 63.4 52
Oct 64.2 52.1 41.9
Nov 52.2 41.5 31.9
Dec 41.3 33 25.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 1.6 -3.6 -8.4
Feb 1.6 -3.7 -8.7
Mar 9.7 2.9 -2.9
Apr 17.6 9.9 3.1
May 23.9 16.2 8.9
Jun 27.2 19.9 13.2
Jul 28.8 21.8 14.9
Aug 27.9 20.8 14.1
Sep 24.7 17.4 11.1
Oct 17.9 11.2 5.5
Nov 11.2 5.3 -0.1
Dec 5.2 0.6 -3.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Hermitage are September, August, 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 late May. For example, on the week of May 21st there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid January with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of January 8th.

When can you find snow in Hermitage? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early to mid February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Hermitage is often around around February 12th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Hermitage.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Hermitage (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 32% 4.3 3.3
Feb 28% 5.5 2.9
Mar 27% 3.1 3.8
Apr 30% 1.8 3.3
May 27% 0 4
Jun 32% 0 4.4
Jul 29% 0 4.4
Aug 24% 0 3.8
Sep 19% 0 3.1
Oct 30% 1.2 3.8
Nov 26% 2.9 2.8
Dec 33% 3.8 4.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 32 10.9 8.4
Feb 28 14 7.4
Mar 27 7.9 9.7
Apr 30 4.6 8.4
May 27 0 10.2
Jun 32 0 11.2
Jul 29 0 11.2
Aug 24 0 9.7
Sep 19 0 7.9
Oct 30 3 9.7
Nov 26 7.4 7.1
Dec 33 9.7 10.7

 

Humidity and Wind

Hermitage has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (49% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (67.2%).

Wind in Hermitage is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by January and March. April’s average wind speed of around 8.4 knots (9.7 MPH or 15.6 KPH) is considered “a gentle 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 16.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 8.4 Gentle breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Feb 8.1 Gentle breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Mar 8.1 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Apr 8.4 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
May 6.6 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Jun 6.1 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Jul 5.4 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Aug 5.2 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.6 Light breeze 10.9 Significant breeze
Oct 6.8 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Nov 7.6 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Dec 7.9 Gentle breeze 14.1 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 63.6%
Feb 60.7%
Mar 54.7%
Apr 49%
May 53.9%
Jun 62.4%
Jul 61.3%
Aug 64.4%
Sep 66.5%
Oct 63.7%
Nov 58.4%
Dec 67.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Hermitage?

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 Hermitage, 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 Hermitage 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 Hermitage Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 8 to 9 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 moderate precipitation with 8 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Hermitage, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 81.1°F (27.3°C) and 45.6°F (7.6°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 9 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 Hermitage to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 42.2°F (5.7°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 8 to 10 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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