East Bethlehem, PA has a humid continental climate with hot and humid summers and cold winters. It is generally cooler than many parts of the country due to its higher elevation. The temperatures during summer months tend to rise into the 80s with moderate humidity levels and rain showers often occur in the late afternoon hours. Winter months usually feature daytime highs of low 40s and nighttime lows in the 20s. Snowfall can accumulate throughout the season, sometimes bringing blustery winds with it. Precipitation is evenly distributed year-round, providing a steady supply of moisture for plants and natural resources alike.
East Bethlehem, Pennsylvania gets 41 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
East Bethlehem averages 24 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 162 sunny days per year in East Bethlehem. The US average is 205 sunny days.
East Bethlehem gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 151 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 84 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 20
Rain: averages 41 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 24 inches of snow a year