The best times to visit Mount Pocono for ideal weather are

May 14th 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.

 

 


Other Mount Pocono Travel Info

Weather in Mount Pocono

Temperature

Average temperatures in Mount Pocono 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 26th 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 Mount Pocono, 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 81.5°F (27.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 60.7°F (15.9°C) at night.

Mount Pocono Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Mount Pocono 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.

Mount Pocono Perceived Temperature (F)

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Mount Pocono Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Mount Pocono 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 31.8 23.8 16.2
Feb 32.4 24 16.2
Mar 43.7 33.9 25.7
Apr 57.5 46.3 36.7
May 69.2 57.7 46.8
Jun 75.1 64.9 55.2
Jul 79.5 69.3 59.6
Aug 76.7 66.4 56.8
Sep 71.1 60.8 51.4
Oct 59.6 49.9 41.5
Nov 47.4 38.8 31.3
Dec 37.9 30.6 23.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -0.1 -4.6 -8.8
Feb 0.2 -4.4 -8.8
Mar 6.5 1.1 -3.5
Apr 14.2 7.9 2.6
May 20.7 14.3 8.2
Jun 23.9 18.3 12.9
Jul 26.4 20.7 15.3
Aug 24.8 19.1 13.8
Sep 21.7 16 10.8
Oct 15.3 9.9 5.3
Nov 8.6 3.8 -0.4
Dec 3.3 -0.8 -4.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Mount Pocono are November, January, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in Mount Pocono? 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 Mount Pocono.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Mount Pocono (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 17% 0 2.3
Feb 19% 0 2
Mar 22% 0 3.9
Apr 28% 0 4.4
May 29% 0 4.2
Jun 33% 0 5.6
Jul 25% 0 4.7
Aug 26% 0 5.4
Sep 19% 0 5.1
Oct 24% 0 5.8
Nov 16% 0 3
Dec 26% 0 4.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 17 0 5.8
Feb 19 0 5.1
Mar 22 0 9.9
Apr 28 0 11.2
May 29 0 10.7
Jun 33 0 14.2
Jul 25 0 11.9
Aug 26 0 13.7
Sep 19 0 13
Oct 24 0 14.7
Nov 16 0 7.6
Dec 26 0 12.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Mount Pocono has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (50.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (68.7%).

Wind in Mount Pocono is usually moderate. The windiest month is February, followed by January and March. February’s average wind speed of around 9.7 knots (11.2 MPH or 18 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 to mid February where average top sustained speeds reach 18.5 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 9.2 Gentle breeze 16.1 Significant breeze
Feb 9.7 Gentle breeze 17 Strong breeze
Mar 9.2 Gentle breeze 16.1 Significant breeze
Apr 8.8 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze
May 6.9 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Jun 6.3 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Jul 5.4 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Aug 5.2 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.7 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Oct 7.3 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Nov 8 Gentle breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Dec 9 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 59.8%
Feb 56.2%
Mar 53.2%
Apr 50.4%
May 57.4%
Jun 65.9%
Jul 64.3%
Aug 68.3%
Sep 68.7%
Oct 65.8%
Nov 61%
Dec 68.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Mount Pocono?

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 Mount Pocono, PA, US is July, followed by August 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 Mount Pocono in November. 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 31.4 in November means 31.4% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Mount Pocono Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 75.2°F (24°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 9 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second 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 8 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Mount Pocono, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 75.6°F (24.2°C) and 41.6°F (5.3°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 7 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 Mount Pocono to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 27.8°F (-2.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 5 to 8 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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