Philadelphians, brace for an erratic weather week ahead—a mix of sun, showers, and the odd thunderstorm. The National Weather Service has issued a detailed forecast, signaling temperatures hitting highs around 80°F today with partly sunny skies but warning of scattered showers and potential thunderstorms tonight. The storms may pack gusty winds, with rainfall expected in varying amounts; less than a tenth of an inch is predicted, although thunderstorms could deliver more.
Tomorrow will offer a brief respite; the chance of precipitation sits at 20% with partly sunny conditions prevailing, with the mercury climbing to a respectable 76°F. The weather does a flip-flop yet again tomorrow night, transitioning to partly cloudy with the thermometer dipping to about 55°F. Despite the absence of predicted severe weather, the National Weather Service has put up a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Philadelphia County, stretching into the weekend.
Thursday is your bet for a full intake of Vitamin D, with forecasters promising mostly sunny weather and a high near 80°F. The temperature at night is expected to hover around 56°F under partly cloudy skies. The beat of variability continues with Friday's conditions resembling Thursday's, although the sky will shift to partly sunny.
The outlook for the weekend, starting Saturday, points to a 40% chance of showers in the morning, increasing to 60% by Saturday night. Showers likely, mainly after 2 am, the National Weather Service notes, indicating a wet end to the weekend. Sunday isn't looking too optimistic either, with a 60% probability of showers during the day and a continued chance of rain into the night.
As informed by the National Weather Service, next Monday hints at a turn for the better, with partly sunny skies set to welcome the new week, offering a break from the damp and drizzle that seem set to dominate Philadelphia’s weekend vibe. Check weather.gov for ongoing updates and prepare to shuffle through an array of umbrellas and sunglasses as the City of Brotherly Love lives through the whims of spring weather.
