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Soil Temperature in Pennsylvania

The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Pennsylvania is 67°F, based on 3 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 66°F to 70°F. Last updated May 18, 2026.

Current Planting Conditions

Warm-season grasses are actively growing across Pennsylvania with soil averaging 67°F at 2 inches. Bermuda, zoysia, and St. Augustine can be seeded or sodded now. Cool-season overseeding is closing for the season.

Monitoring Stations in Pennsylvania (3)

Station2" TempLast Reading
Mahantango Ck (Northumberland)70°F2026-05-18
Rock Springs Pa (Centre)66°F2026-05-18
Avondale 2 N66°F2026-05-18

Cities in Pennsylvania (72)

Cities in Pennsylvania with current soil temperature readings
CityZIPCurrent TempDistance from state center
Academy Life19488—139 mi
Albion16401—148 mi
Allentown18101—123 mi
Altoona16601—40 mi
Beaver Springs17812—31 mi
Bethlehem18015—128 mi
Blue Bell19422—141 mi
Boyers16016—111 mi
Butler16001—111 mi
Camp Hill17001—65 mi
Carlisle17013—54 mi
Carnegie15106—125 mi
Chambersburg17201—66 mi
Chester19013—146 mi
Concordville19331—138 mi
Conshohocken19428—142 mi
Cresson16630—50 mi
Dallas18612—100 mi
Danville17821—62 mi
Doylestown18901—145 mi
Eagleville19408—135 mi
East Stroudsburg18301—137 mi
Easton18040—135 mi
Edinboro16412—139 mi
Emmaus18049—123 mi
Erie16501—146 mi
Fort Washington19034—146 mi
Frackville17931—82 mi
Genesee16923—73 mi
Greensburg15601—100 mi
Hanover17331—86 mi
Harleysville19438—133 mi
Harrisburg17101—64 mi
Hazleton18201—96 mi
Holmes19043—147 mi
Houtzdale16651—30 mi
Huntingdon16652—28 mi
Indiana15701—73 mi
Johnstown15901—70 mi
Lancaster17573—104 mi
Lebanon17042—83 mi
Lehigh Valley18001—122 mi
Levittown19054—164 mi
Mckeesport15131—114 mi
Meadville16335—133 mi
Mechanicsburg17050—61 mi
Media19063—143 mi
New Castle16101—132 mi
New Kensington15068—103 mi
New Wilmington16142—133 mi
Norristown19401—140 mi
North Wales19454—141 mi
Olyphant18447—121 mi
Philadelphia19019—153 mi
Pittsburgh15201—116 mi
Pittston18640—109 mi
Pottstown19464—122 mi
Reading19601—104 mi
Scranton18501—118 mi
Somerset15501—90 mi
Southeastern19397—124 mi
State College16801—7 mi
Valley Forge19481—135 mi
Warminster18974—150 mi
Warren16365—98 mi
Warrendale15086—120 mi
Wayne19080—139 mi
West Chester19380—131 mi
West Mifflin15122—114 mi
Wilkes Barre18701—103 mi
Williamsport17701—49 mi
York17401—85 mi

Soil Temperature FAQ for Pennsylvania

What is the current soil temperature in Pennsylvania?

The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Pennsylvania is 67°F, based on 3 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 66°F to 70°F depending on location and elevation.

When should I apply pre-emergent in Pennsylvania?

Apply pre-emergent herbicide when soil at 2 inches reaches 55°F for several consecutive days. Timing varies across Pennsylvania, so check your city's page for station-specific readings and the pre-emergent timing recommendation.

When can I plant grass seed in Pennsylvania?

Cool-season grasses (fescue, bluegrass) can be seeded when soil holds between 50 and 65°F. Warm-season grasses (bermuda, zoysia) need soil above 65°F. Timing varies by location, so check your city's planting window for the dates specific to your area.