Carbondale, Pennsylvania, is beautiful no matter when you visit! From stunning fall foliage to wintry wonderlands to summer days spent by the lake, this northeastern city has a ton of variety. You may be wondering: when is the best time to visit Carbondale?
Well, that’s a tricky question. The answer really comes down to your personal preferences! To give you some guidance, let’s explore what each season has to offer here in Carbondale.
Come along as we outline the best time to visit Carbondale!
Fall
Average Temperatures: September 60°F, October 49°F, November 39°F
The fall foliage in Carbondale is stunning, so you won’t want to miss your opportunity to see it! Head out on a hike to really take in the nature and mountain views around you. If you’re in town around Halloween and looking for a good scare, there are plenty of fun haunted spots near Scranton to explore!
Check out our blog for more can’t-miss annual fall events. With activities like wine festivals and cemetery tours, you’ll have plenty to do in the fall in Carbondale!
Winter
Average Temperatures: December: 29°F, January 24°F, February 26°F
There are plenty of thrilling winter activities to take advantage of in Carbondale. Of course, one of the most popular winter activities in Carbondale is skiing. Snowmobiling is also a favorite!
Have you thought about taking a winter sleigh ride? You can do just that at Brookvalley Farm in Fell Township and make your winter dreams come true! Winter is also the perfect time to spot eagles at the Delaware Highlands Conservancy. Don’t miss out!
Spring
Average Temperatures: March 34°F, April 46°F, May 57°F
After the winter snow melts and the first flowers start to peek out of the ground, you’ll find much to do in the springtime in Carbondale! Spring events include an annual Easter egg hunt, a Wine Walk, and a Memorial Day Weekend Car Show.
Summer
Average Temperatures: June 65°F, July 69°F, August 67°F
Create summertime memories with your family in Carbondale! There are so many amazing summer events to explore, such as the annual Scrantastic Spectacular Fireworks Celebration (a 4th of July celebration in nearby Scranton), the Montrose Blueberry Festival, and so much more.
Beyond annual events, you can go fishing, golfing, or explore one of the many beautiful state parks in our area. There’s certainly no shortage of things to do!
Book Your Trip to Carbondale Directly at Hotel Anthracite!
No matter when you choose to pay us a visit, you’ll have a wonderful time here in Carbondale. We may be just a bit biased, but we think any season is the best time to visit Carbondale!
Once you’ve decided when you want to visit, it’s time to book your stay. When you plan your accommodations for your trip to Carbondale, choose only the best when you stay with us at Hotel Anthracite. We offer amenities like a fitness center and complimentary coffee, as well as rooms aimed strictly at business travel if that’s the reason for your trip!
Be sure to check out our specials before you book—we have plenty of fun packages and offerings to take advantage of! Browse all of our available rooms now and book your stay in Carbondale at Hotel Anthracite!