Hottest and Coldest Temperatures Ever in Philadelphia on December 29

On December 29, Philadelphia experienced a wide range of weather conditions. The hottest temperature ever recorded on this date was 72.0°F in 1984, while the coldest temperature occurred in 1977, plunging to 12.9°F. The average temperature for this day stands at 36.24°F, with an average high of 42.83°F and an average low of 29.65°F. In interesting news from the past, in 1977, the original Star Wars movie was released, captivating audiences worldwide and becoming a cultural phenomenon that continues to resonate to this day.