Moving from Chicago, IL, to Philadelphia, PA

Slight weather differences between the two cities

Like Chicago, Philly has all seasons with cold winters and warm summers, but there are some slight differences.   

The main difference is precipitation. Chicago gets more snow, but Philadelphia gets more rain annually. Chicago averages 35 inches of snow and 38 inches of rain each year, while Philly averages 13 inches of snow and 47 inches of rain. 

Yearly temperatures typically stay between 26 and 87 degrees in Philadelphia, which is just a bit warmer than temps in Chicago. 

Getting around Philly

Philly is known for being a pedestrian-friendly city, with many residents getting around on foot or by bicycle. Most Philadelphians rely on the PHLASH or SEPTA bus systems for daily commutes. Taxis and ride-share services like Uber and Lyft are also popular.  

If you prefer to travel by car, make sure to allow extra time since parking can be an issue, especially downtown.  

While you’re out and about, don’t miss these attractions that celebrate U.S. Early History: 

  • Betsy Ross House (American flag maker) 

  • Independence Hall and Congress Hall 

  • Liberty Bell Center 

  • Museum of the American Revolution 

A foodie’s dream city

Philly is a foodie’s paradise. If you find yourself missing some deep-dish pizza from Chicago, give the cuisine in your new city a chance to try some new flavors. 

Philadelphia is known for cheesesteak sandwiches, soft pretzels and Tastykake snacks.

You’ll also find many favorites in the city, like Italian, Chinese, Japanese and French food.

U.S. News and World Report recently honored Philadelphia as number 6 on its list of the Best Food Cities in the United States for its local offerings and diverse cuisine.

Make moving to Philly a breeze with U-Pack

U-Pack® is one of the easiest ways to move from Chicago to Philadelphia using our nationwide network of service centers. We have extensive experience in handling the driving, so you can focus on packing, loading and unloading.

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