Our verdict
The best time to visit Hershey is November
The very hottest temperatures in Hershey get to around 30℃ (86℉) in the height of summer. The average low temperatures in winter float around -6℃ (22℉), while the coldest it gets down to is about -10℃ (14℉).
The longest days between sunrise and sunset in Hershey are usually in July, so if you want to get the most out of your daytime activities, be sure to plan your visit around this time. The wet season in Hershey usually falls during the months surrounding May each year. It’s not uncommon to get some decent rainfall or light showers during this time, but on some days the weather tends to be fine for a majority of the day, with only a few drops of rain falling from a passing shower.
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Hershey seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Hershey as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Hershey is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Hershey
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Hershey for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Hershey climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Hershey for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Hershey in January
- Average temperature: -2℃ (28℉)
- Average high temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average low temperature: -6℃ (22℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 57mm (2") over 9 days
- Average snow days: 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hershey in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Hershey in February
- Average temperature: -1℃ (31℉)
- Average high temperature: 3℃ (38℉)
- Average low temperature: -5℃ (24℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 54mm (2") over 10 days
- Average snow days: 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hershey in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Hershey in March
- Average temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average high temperature: 9℃ (47℉)
- Average low temperature: -0℃ (32℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 61mm (2") over 13 days
- Average snow days: 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hershey in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Hershey in April
- Average temperature: 10℃ (51℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (60℉)
- Average low temperature: 5℃ (42℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 73mm (3") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hershey in April, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Hershey in May
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 80mm (3") over 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hershey in May, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Hershey in June
- Average temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 56mm (2") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hershey in June, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Hershey in July
- Average temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average low temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 67mm (3") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hershey in July, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Hershey in August
- Average temperature: 21℃ (71℉)
- Average high temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 55mm (2") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hershey in August, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Hershey in September
- Average temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 52mm (2") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hershey in September, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
Hershey in October
- Average temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 73mm (3") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hershey in October, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Hershey in November
- Average temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average high temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 58mm (2") over 10 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hershey in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Hershey in December
- Average temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
- Average high temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average low temperature: -2℃ (29℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 62mm (2") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hershey in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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