The City of Brotherly Love Exploring Philadelphia
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View the topics below for information that will help you live in and explore Philadelphia.
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6th largest city in the US
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City population is roughly a little over 1.5 million people
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Philly was once the nation's capital and is home to many historical places related to US independence
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Philadelphia is located in eastern U.S.A.
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Penn is located in West Philadelphia in the University City neighborhood
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English is the primary language, spoken everywhere
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However, the city is very diverse and other languages and international communities can easily be found
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The weather is cold during winter AND very hot in the summer
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Winter (Dec - March): below 30°F (below -1°C)
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Summer (June - Sept): 90°F (32°C) with high humidity
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Warm clothing, coats and boots, are needed as early as November
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Rainy weather can occur at anytime, but is most prevalent in spring (April-May)
Celsius to Fahrenheit Conversion Table
| -20 °C | -4.0 °F |
| -10 °C | 14.0 °F |
| -9 °C | 15.8 °F |
| -8 °C | 17.6 °F |
| -7 °C | 19.4 °F |
| -6 °C | 21.2 °F |
| -5 °C | 23.0 °F |
| -4 °C | 24.8 °F |
| -3 °C | 26.6 °F |
| -2 °C | 28.4 °F |
| -1 °C | 30.2 °F |
| 0 °C | 32.0 °F |
| 1 °C | 33.8 °F |
| 2 °C | 35.6 °F |
| 3 °C | 37.4 °F |
| 4 °C | 39.2 °F |
| 5 °C | 41.0 °F |
| 6 °C | 42.8 °F |
| 7 °C | 44.6 °F |
| 8 °C | 46.4 °F |
| 9 °C | 48.2 °F |
| 10 °C | 50.0 °F |
| 20 °C | 68.0 °F |
| 21 °C | 69.8 °F |
| 30 °C | 86.0 °F |
| 37 °C | 98.6 °F |
| 40 °C | 104.0 °F |
| 50 °C | 122.0 °F |
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In general, around town and in class, clothing is casual
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Informal attire including jeans and t-shirts are acceptable for women and men
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Clothing stores are easily accessible both near campus and around town
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It may be helpful to bring your culture's traditional clothing for international celebrations, certain campus events as well as speaking engagements around the city
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Philadelphia links on Penn's web site
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SEPTA - Public Transportation
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uwishunu.com - fun & free events!
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International House located in West Philadelphia, coordinates film screenings and other internationally focused events. Although it is a separate organization from Penn, it hosts the ISSS office.
