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Retirement Living In Crawford County (PA Great Lakes Region) - Pennsylvania


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Area Description

There is a reason we call this area the Great Lakes Region. For starters, the cool, calming lakes have shaped not only the climate but also the small towns and agriculture. From shipping ports to vineyards to hiking and biking trails this region in the western tip of Pennsylvania has a lot going on. Enjoy a day of fishing and hiking in the Erie National Wildlife Refuge, or take a stroll along the sandy beaches and snap a couple pictures of the lighthouses at Presque Isle State Park. There's also the picturesque small towns of Mercer and Franklin with their inviting, tree-lined streets, Victorian houses and stately courthouses. The Meadville Market House is where you'll find farm-fresh veggies and fruits grown and sold by locals. And speaking of treats, you'll want to stop at the wineries in the grape-growing region. Vineyards like Mazza Vineyards, Penn Shore Vineyards and Presque Isle Wine Cellars are overflowing with sweet Concord grapes and tasty wines. For a different kind of entertainment, stop by the Presque Isle Downs and Casino where horseracing and slot machines is the name of the game. Stop by the Waldameer & Water World for rides and your favorite summertime treats. The Maurice K. Goddard State Park invites you to get back to nature. It has plenty of trails, wetlands, and wildlife for you to gawk at while you stroll around the wilderness. The Pymatuning State Park you'll see where the "ducks walk on the fish" in the Commonwealth's largest reservoir. It's also an angler's paradise. The Pennsylvania Great Lakes Region offers something for everyone!

Includes Cities/Towns: Erie, Meadville, Oil City, Sharon.

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What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Crawford County (PA Great Lakes Region), Pennsylvania?

For those of you that retire in Crawford County (PA Great Lakes Region), you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!

Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 20's and highs in the mid 30's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 20's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the winter, great for a day of shopping in Crawford County (PA Great Lakes Region)! Assume some snowy days in the Winter with a lot of days with snow remaining on the ground.

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Crawford County (PA Great Lakes Region) such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 40's and highs in the upper 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 30's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring, great for a day of shopping in Crawford County (PA Great Lakes Region)! Assume a few days of snow with a few days of snow remaining on the ground.

Summertime in Crawford County (PA Great Lakes Region) is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the upper 60's and highs in the low 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the upper 50's. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Summer.

If you retire in Crawford County (PA Great Lakes Region), you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the low 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  18 F°  26 F°  33 F°
 Feb  19 F°  27 F°  36 F°
 Mar  25 F°  35 F°  45 F°
 Apr  36 F°  47 F°  59 F°
 May  45 F°  57 F°  69 F°
 Jun  55 F°  66 F°  78 F°
 Jul  59 F°  70 F°  82 F°
 Aug  58 F°  69 F°  80 F°
 Sep  51 F°  62 F°  73 F°
 Oct  41 F°  51 F°  61 F°
 Nov  33 F°  41 F°  50 F°
 Dec  23 F°  30 F°  37 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  28  3
 Feb  0  25  2
 Mar  0  23  0
 Apr  0  11  0
 May  0  2  0
 Jun  1  0  0
 Jul  2  0  0
 Aug  2  0  0
 Sep  0  0  0
 Oct  0  5  0
 Nov  0  14  0
 Dec  0  25  1

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  3 "  17  19 %
 Feb  2 "  14  20 %
 Mar  3 "  14  25 %
 Apr  4 "  14  34 %
 May  4 "  13  45 %
 Jun  4 "  12  56 %
 Jul  5 "  11  61 %
 Aug  4 "  11  60 %
 Sep  4 "  11  54 %
 Oct  4 "  13  42 %
 Nov  4 "  15  33 %
 Dec  3 "  17  24 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  20 "  21  11
 Feb  14 "  17  8
 Mar  11 "  9  6
 Apr  3 "  1  2
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  0 "  0  0
 Nov  6 "  3  3
 Dec  18 "  14  9


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