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The weather is completely unpredictable in Philadelphia. One year, winter will last until May, and the next, summer doesn’t seem to go away. It’s very important to pack clothes for all four seasons. Make sure to bring a hat and scarf because the city wind is brutal in the winter. It’ll rain every day in the spring and half of the winter, so bring two umbrellas, as one will surely get destroyed in the wind. If you are going to buy an umbrella from either the Drexel or Penn bookstore, make sure to do so on a nice day. The minute it begins to rain, all of the umbrellas disappear. It is also important for city dwellers to remember not to stand or walk too close to the edge of the sidewalk in the rain, especially when waiting for a traffic light to change. If you do, you will get sprayed by a passing car, and you will not dry off for a very long time. Your clothes will also turn brown. This can be a very uncomfortable experience to say the least, particularly in the winter.

In the summer, sandals are a good bet. You’ll be too hot in socks and shoes in Philly’s heat. Resist the temptation to go barefoot, as the city streets and sidewalks are loaded with things just waiting to cut you.

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rb688

'16

Nursing

4.6

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Weather

The weather isn't bad at all. I mean yes, occasionally it snows and is cold in the winter, but where isn't it? Philadelphia has a nice year-round changing weather.

Jan 26, 2012

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dj342

'16

Architectural Engineering

3.5

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Chilly in Philly

Recently its been rather cold at Drexel. Considering most students have to walk at least a block to get to their classes, cold weather makes the walk to class even more intolerable. Not as bad when it is warmer.

Jan 08, 2012

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amazinasian

'14

Biology and Biological Sciences

3.5

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NO SNOW DAYS!!

The weather is quite variable, so remember to check the weather on a regular basis. Oh, and Drexel never has snow days...EVER! As in it only cancelled one day of classes for the blizzard of 2010. Just stay on your toes and you'll be fine!

Dec 29, 2011

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