Hottest and Coldest Temperatures Ever in Philadelphia on August 16

On August 16th, Philadelphia experienced varied weather conditions throughout the years. In 1997, the temperature soared to a scorching 98.1°F, marking the city's hottest recorded temperature for that date. In contrast, 1964 saw a chilly day with the temperature dropping to a frosty 53.1°F, the coldest ever registered on August 16th. The average temperature for this date stands at 75.89°F, with an average high of 79.73°F, and an average low of 72.04°F. Looking back at these historical data points, it is worth mentioning that in 1997, Philadelphia also celebrated the opening of the Wells Fargo Center, a prominent sports and entertainment arena that has been hosting various events ever since.