The best times to visit Pittston for ideal weather are

April 30th to October 14th

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

 

 


Other Pittston Travel Info

Weather in Pittston

Temperature

Average temperatures in Pittston 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 23rd 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 Pittston, 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 87.1°F (30.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 62.8°F (17.1°C) at night.

Pittston Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Pittston 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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Pittston Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Pittston 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 35.8 26.6 17.7
Feb 37.1 27 17.9
Mar 49.5 37.4 27
Apr 63.7 50 37.4
May 75.3 61.3 48.4
Jun 81.2 68.4 56.8
Jul 85.3 72.8 61
Aug 82.6 70 58.6
Sep 77.2 64.1 52.7
Oct 65.3 53 42.6
Nov 52.9 42.1 32.7
Dec 42.2 33.7 25.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 2.1 -3 -7.9
Feb 2.8 -2.8 -7.8
Mar 9.7 3 -2.8
Apr 17.6 10 3
May 24.1 16.3 9.1
Jun 27.3 20.2 13.8
Jul 29.6 22.7 16.1
Aug 28.1 21.1 14.8
Sep 25.1 17.8 11.5
Oct 18.5 11.7 5.9
Nov 11.6 5.6 0.4
Dec 5.7 0.9 -3.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Pittston are November, January, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early November. For example, on the week of November 5th 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 Pittston? 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 Pittston.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Pittston (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 20% 0 2.2
Feb 21% 0 2.5
Mar 21% 0 3
Apr 25% 0 3.1
May 25% 0 3.4
Jun 28% 0 4.1
Jul 25% 0 3.4
Aug 23% 0 3.9
Sep 21% 0 3.5
Oct 21% 0 4.8
Nov 16% 0 2.3
Dec 27% 0 3.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 20 0 5.6
Feb 21 0 6.4
Mar 21 0 7.6
Apr 25 0 7.9
May 25 0 8.6
Jun 28 0 10.4
Jul 25 0 8.6
Aug 23 0 9.9
Sep 21 0 8.9
Oct 21 0 12.2
Nov 16 0 5.8
Dec 27 0 8.9

 

Humidity and Wind

Pittston has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (44.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (62.2%).

Wind in Pittston is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and February. March’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 late February and early March where average top sustained speeds reach 14.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Feb 6.4 Light breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Mar 6.5 Light breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Apr 6.4 Light breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
May 5.1 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Jun 4.4 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.1 Light breeze 10.5 Significant breeze
Aug 3.8 Barely noticeable 9.7 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.2 Light breeze 9.7 Significant breeze
Oct 4.7 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Nov 5.4 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Dec 5.8 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 55.4%
Feb 51.7%
Mar 47%
Apr 44.7%
May 52%
Jun 60.3%
Jul 58.4%
Aug 61%
Sep 62.2%
Oct 60.2%
Nov 54.7%
Dec 62.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Pittston?

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 Pittston, 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 Pittston 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 Pittston Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 80.5°F (26.9°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 8 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 7 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Pittston, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 81.7°F (27.6°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 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 Pittston to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 42.7°F (5.9°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 8 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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