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Philadelphia Running Weather

Friday, April 17, 2026 · Hour-by-hour forecast updated 9:11 AM EDT

Best Time to Run in Philadelphia Today

5 AM–10 AM

57°F and overcast at peak. Wind 7 mph from the E, dew point 53°F.

94
Peak FitScore
Temperature
57°F / feels 55°
Wind
7 mph E, gusts 11
Dew Point
53°F — comfortable
Humidity
86%
UV Index
4 — Moderate
Air Quality
36 AQI — Good

Hourly running conditions

☀️ 9 AM
78
72° feels 71° 8 mph NW
☀️ 10 AM
79
75° feels 73° 8 mph NW
☀️ 11 AM
74
78° feels 77° 8 mph NW
🌤️ 12 PM
72
79° feels 78° 10 mph NW
☀️ 1 PM
73
80° feels 79° 8 mph NW 1% rain
☀️ 2 PM
70
81° feels 81° 8 mph NW 1% rain
☁️ 3 PM
74
82° feels 79° 8 mph NW 1% rain
☁️ 4 PM
78
81° feels 78° 9 mph NW 2% rain
5 PM
80
81° feels 77° 9 mph NW 4% rain
☀️ 6 PM
76
79° feels 76° 9 mph NNW 4% rain
☀️ 7 PM
77
78° feels 75° 9 mph N 2% rain
🌙 8 PM
84
74° feels 72° 7 mph N 2% rain
80–100 Excellent 60–79 Good 40–59 Fair Below 40 Poor

7-day running forecast

☁️
Today Apr 17
82° / 69°
94
🏃 5 AM–10 AM
☁️
Sat Apr 18
71° / 56°
94
🏃 5 AM–10 AM
🌧️
Sun Apr 19
58° / 46°
76
🏃 9 AM–12 PM 💧 67%
🌧️
Mon Apr 20
53° / 44°
81
🏃 9 AM–12 PM
☁️
Tue Apr 21
60° / 38°
91
🏃 9 AM–12 PM
☁️
Wed Apr 22
68° / 50°
96
🏃 9 AM–12 PM
Thu Apr 23
69° / 47°
96
🏃 9 AM–12 PM
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🌤 Tomorrow in Philadelphia: Best window: 9–11 AM (FitScore 95) 6am: 48°F, feels 45° — NW 8mph 9am: 58°F, feels 56° — W 12mph 12pm: 66°F, feels 65° — SW 8mph ☔ Rain likely after 3pm.
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Philadelphia running weather FAQ

What's the best time to run in Philadelphia today?

Based on today's FitScore analysis, the best time to run is 5 AM–10 AM with a peak FitScore of 94/100. Check the hourly breakdown above for detailed conditions throughout the day.

What months are best for running in Philadelphia?

The best months for running in Philadelphia are April, May, October, November. The most challenging months are typically July, August. Schuylkill River Trail is exposed — early morning runs avoid both heat and crowds.

What is the FitScore?

FitScore rates each hour from 0–100 for outdoor exercise based on temperature, humidity, dew point, wind, precipitation probability, UV index, and air quality. Higher scores mean better conditions.

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