Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey Winter Activities
Winter is on the way in Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey, and pretty much everyone in the U.S. will see changes in their weather when December hits. Winter is the perfect season for a bevy of activities that just seem better and more fun in the months of December, January and February. Embrace the season and start making plans now to enjoy it.
Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey Winter Fun
In Pennsylvania, it’s all about Peddler’s Village. This Bucks County spot features an impressive 1 million sparkling lights and festive decorations, as well as visits from Mr. and Mrs. Claus, a beautiful gingerbread house display, parades and more festive fun. It’s open from November 17, 2024 to January 11, 2025, with a special pre-season event on November 8, 2024. Peddler’s Village is located at 100 Peddlers Village in Lahaska.
Visit Delaware says to find “Insta-worthy moments” on the famed the Delaware Discoveries Trail this season or to take a hike through one of the beautiful Delaware State Parks. “Keep the outside adventures in full-festive swing when you browse for your very own unique Christmas tree at these top farms,” they note.
In New Jersey, Visit New Jersey suggests a winter trip to Princeton. “Smack dab in the heart of Princeton – across the street from its ivy-covered namesake university – you’ll find the charming Nassau Inn,” they add. “This property offers an ideal blend of historic charm and modern comfort in 157 guest rooms and 31 suites, as well as its on-site restaurant.”
More Winter Fun
Have you ever wondered what constitutes a real winter storm? According to Winter Storm Facts, “A severe winter storm is a storm that drops four or more inches of snow during a 12-hour period, or six or more inches during a 24-hour span.” They also notes that, “All winter storms are accompanied by low temperatures and blowing snow which can severely reduce visibility.”
If you think you’ve been in cold weather, think again. According to Great Wolf, “The coldest temperature recorded in the U.S. is 70 degrees below zero, measured at Rogers Pass, Montana, on Jan. 20, 1954.” Also, if you’re looking to get away from the cold, they note that, “The season’s hottest temperatures are in Miami, Florida where nearly every winter day reaches at least 60 degrees.”
Also, if you’ve ever heard thunder during a snowstorm, it was probably “thundersnow.” According to Mental Floss, thundersnow is “a rare winter weather phenomenon that’s most common near lakes. “When columns of warm air rise from the ground and form turbulent storm clouds in the sky in the winter, there’s potential for thundersnow.”
