Climate of Allentown, Pennsylvania

Winters can bring snow, with some years receiving very little of it while others seeing several major snowstorms, often Nor'easters.

Winter also brings the more dangerous ice, sleet, and freezing rain, which has caused several traffic accidents over the years.

Tropical storms and hurricanes occasionally survive up the coast of the Atlantic Ocean and cross into Pennsylvania.

Records from 1922 to date include:[4] Summers in Allentown and the surrounding Lehigh Valley region of eastern Pennsylvania are hot and very humid, with temperatures in the mid-80s and low-90s.

Snow, ice, sleet, and freezing rain can cause road problems and school closures.

Drivers were stranded on the stretch of highway for as much as 24 hours, with overturned tractor trailers blocking the way.

Winter sports are popular, such as snowboarding and skiing, and they can be enjoyed in the Pocono Mountains, just north of the Lehigh Valley.