Bucks County Climate
Bucks County, Pennsylvania
Avg Annual Temp
52.3°F
Annual Precip
50.3"
Annual Snowfall
20.8"
Extreme Heat Days
19.674999999999997
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Bucks County Weather
Bucks County Matches National Climate Trends
Bucks County averages 52.3°F annually, placing it slightly below the national median temperature. The humid continental climate brings a predictable mix of all four seasons to the region.
Warmer Than the Pennsylvania Average
The county's 52.3°F annual average exceeds the Pennsylvania state average of 49.9°F. This makes Bucks one of the milder regions in the Commonwealth compared to the colder northern tier.
Cooler and Wetter Than Southern Neighbors
Bucks County stays slightly cooler than neighboring Chester County, which averages 52.9°F. However, Bucks receives a heavy 50.3 inches of annual precipitation, well above the state average of 45.3 inches.
High Heat and Moderate Snowfall
Summers are intense with 20 days of extreme heat reaching 90°F or higher. Winters are temperate for the state, seeing only 20.8 inches of snow and a January average of 29.7°F.
Prepare for Humid Summers and Heavy Rain
Homeowners should service air conditioning units early to handle the 20 days of extreme summer heat. Ensure gutters and drainage systems can manage the high 50.3-inch annual rainfall.
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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.