Can a Pennsylvania landlord evict during winter?
Yes. Pennsylvania does not have a moratorium on winter evictions or weather-based protections (unlike a few European jurisdictions). Eviction notice and procedure rules apply year-round. Some Pennsylvania jurisdictions may pause sheriff lockouts during extreme cold (sub-zero temperatures), but this is administrative, not statutory. The eviction process can be filed and judgment entered any month. Tenant relief programs (cold-weather utility assistance, emergency rental assistance) operate independently and do not delay the eviction itself.
Source: Pennsylvania eviction statute
This is an informational answer based on Pennsylvania eviction statute as of early 2026. It is not legal advice. Housing law changes year to year and local ordinances (especially in rent-controlled or rent-stabilized cities) can override or add to state law. For contested cases, consult a Pennsylvania-licensed attorney.