Berks County Climate
Berks County, Pennsylvania
Avg Annual Temp
52.5°F
Annual Precip
48.2"
Annual Snowfall
17.3"
Extreme Heat Days
17.116666666666667
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Berks County Weather
Warmer and wetter than the average
Berks County averages 52.5°F annually, nearly matching the national median for the United States. It is a particularly wet region, receiving 48.2 inches of precipitation per year, which is well above the national average. This high moisture and moderate temperature create a very productive environment for local agriculture.
One of the state's wettest regions
Berks County is significantly warmer than the Pennsylvania average of 49.9°F and receives 3 more inches of rain than the state norm. At 52.5°F, it is part of the warmer southeastern pocket of the state. This combination of heat and high precipitation makes it a standout for lush growth but higher humidity.
A humid powerhouse in the Southeast
Compared to its neighbors, Berks County is notably wetter with its 48.2 inches of annual precipitation. It shares the high July heat of 74.8°F with southern neighbors like Adams County but sees much less snow. With only 17.3 inches of annual snowfall, it is one of the easier places in the state for winter driving.
Sizzling summers and light snow
July is hot, averaging 74.8°F with 17 days reaching above 90°F. Winter is relatively mild for Pennsylvania, with a winter average of 31.9°F and only 17.3 inches of snow. The January average of 29.5°F keeps the county warmer than its central and northern counterparts.
Invest in dehumidification and rain gear
High annual precipitation of 48.2 inches means residents should prioritize basement waterproofing and effective gutter systems. Central air conditioning is essential to combat the 17 days of extreme summer heat and associated humidity. Winter planning is simpler here than elsewhere in PA, as snowfall is relatively light at 17.3 inches.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.