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Best Time to Visit Kennett Square

For the most comfortable weather in Kennett Square, aim for April & May and September & October. October tops our comfort score at 84/100, with highs around 65°F (19°C) and 4.4 in (111 mm) of rain. June – August and November are good shoulder-season months. The toughest months are December – February, mainly because of cool days.

Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, United States
Best months
Apr & May and Sep & Oct
Shoulder
Jun – Aug and Nov
Toughest
Dec – Feb
Warmest
Jul · 87°F
Coldest nights
Jan · 22°F
Wettest
Jun · 4.9 in
Driest
Feb · 3.0 in

Kennett Square weather by month

Highs run from 37°F to 87°F across the year, and the yearly total is about 48.3 in (1226 mm) of rain and snow.

5°14°23°32°41°50°59°68°77°86°95°37°Jan40°Feb49°Mar62°Apr72°May81°Jun87°Jul85°Aug79°Sep65°Oct53°Nov42°Dec075150
Daily low → high (°F)Monthly rain (mm, right axis)Best months
Monthly climate averages for Kennett Square, 2001–2025
MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Avg high37°F3°C40°F4°C49°F9°C62°F17°C72°F22°C81°F27°C87°F30°C85°F30°C79°F26°C65°F19°C53°F12°C42°F6°C
Avg low22°F-5°C23°F-5°C30°F-1°C40°F5°C51°F11°C61°F16°C66°F19°C65°F18°C58°F14°C46°F8°C35°F2°C28°F-2°C
Rain/snow3.0 in76 mm3.0 in75 mm3.7 in94 mm3.8 in97 mm3.9 in98 mm4.9 in125 mm4.9 in125 mm4.7 in120 mm4.4 in112 mm4.4 in111 mm3.4 in87 mm4.2 in106 mm
Humidity85%84%81%78%78%76%71%72%73%78%81%86%
Cloud62%60%60%58%61%56%53%52%50%53%54%63%
Comfort454658808376687283846844

Source: NASA POWER (public domain), 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km satellite and reanalysis grid, so coasts and valleys can differ from what's shown. The grid cell sits at about 105 m (345 ft), close to Kennett Square's own ~104 m. Precipitation includes snow as melted water; daylight is calculated from latitude. Check a forecast before you go.

How we pick the best months

  • Temperature (40 pts): full marks for average daytime highs of 64–81°F (18–27°C); minus 3 points per °C below and 4 per °C above.
  • Rain (25 pts): full marks up to 40 mm (1.6 in) a month, falling to zero at 250 mm (9.8 in).
  • Humidity (15 pts): only counts when it is warm (mean above 18°C); minus 0.75 points per % above 70% relative humidity.
  • Cloud (20 pts): full marks at 30% cloud cover or less, falling to zero at 90%.
Best months: within 6 points of the top (or 85+). Shoulder: within 18 and at least 45. Toughest: within 6 of the lowest. Comfort only; crowds, prices, festivals and openings aren't scored.

Kennett Square season by season

Winter Dec – Feb

The coldest season, with highs of 37–42°F (3–6°C) and lows down to 22°F (-5°C). It's the driest season, with only about 10.1 in (257 mm) of rain or snow, 21% of the year's total. December – February are cold enough for snow. It holds the toughest stretch on our comfort score (December – February), averaging 45/100.

Spring Mar – May

Temperatures climb through the season, from 49°F highs in March to 72°F by May. About 11.4 in (289 mm) of rain falls across these months, 24% of the year's total. Nights dip below freezing in March. April & May are among the best-scoring months (season average 74/100).

Summer Jun – Aug

Peak warmth: highs of 81–87°F (27–30°C). It's the wettest season, with about 14.6 in (370 mm) of rain, 30% of the year's total. June feels humid, with humidity near 76%. June – August score well without being the very best (season average 72/100).

Autumn Sep – Nov

Temperatures slide from 79°F highs in September to 53°F by November. About 12.2 in (310 mm) of rain falls across these months, 25% of the year's total. Lows bottom out around 35°F (2°C). September & October are among the best-scoring months (season average 78/100).

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Plan by month

By comfort score: 5 Great, 3 Good, 3 Fair and 1 Tough. Great months: April – June and September & October. Tap a month for its own guide.

Kennett Square weather questions

When is the best time to visit Kennett Square?

For the most comfortable weather in Kennett Square, aim for April & May and September & October. October tops our comfort score at 84/100, with highs around 65°F (19°C) and 4.4 in (111 mm) of rain. June – August and November are good shoulder-season months. The toughest months are December – February, mainly because of cool days.

What is the rainiest month in Kennett Square?

June is the wettest month, averaging about 4.9 in (125 mm) of rain. February is the driest, with about 3.0 in (75 mm). The yearly total is around 48.3 in (1226 mm).

What is the coldest month in Kennett Square?

January is the coldest, with average lows of 22°F (-5°C) and highs of 37°F (3°C). The warmest is July, with average highs of 87°F (30°C).

Is Kennett Square humid in summer?

Yes: in June humidity averages 76% with warm temperatures, so it feels muggy. Summer highs peak around 87°F (30°C).

Does it get below freezing in Kennett Square?

On average, yes: lows fall below 32°F (0°C) in December – March, bottoming out around 22°F (-5°C) in January.

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