What will fall in Pa. be like?
(TNS) — July, as unbelievable as it is to type out, comes to an end this week.
With August rolling around and back-to-school stuff already advertised (and a certain drink flavor’s return), it’s natural, then, to wonder what fall weather in Pennsylvania will be like this year.
According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac’s annual prediction, the majority of people in Pennsylvania will experience an autumn that’s “cool” and “dry” this year. In fact, the Northeast is amongst the regions in the country that are expected to be “cooler-than-average” this upcoming season.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac predicted the same forecast last year: The only main difference is that “above average precipitation” was forecast for last year.
“Expect cooler and drier conditions than usual,” the almanac says of the Northeast. “September brings an average temperature of 59 degrees Fahrenheit (two degrees below normal) with 3.5 inches of precipitation — wet in the north, drier in the south.
“October will average 46 degrees Fahrenheit (three degrees below normal) with just 2.5 inches of rain. Look for scattered showers, brief warm spells, and overall chilly weather.”
This will most likely serve as delightful news to fall fans, since — as the almanac points out — cooler temperatures and below-average rainfalls tend to result in some lovely foliage.
However, the Old Farmer’s Almanac states that the majority of the country will experience warmer temperatures: States like Texas will be drier, however, while others like Louisiana will a bit damper than usual.
Fall officially starts on Monday, Sept. 22. Until then — summer continues, along with the heat.