Philly residents, grab your umbrellas and brace for a wet week ahead. The National Weather Service in Philadelphia has called for a consistent mix of rain and clouds, starting today with a 90% chance of precipitation and new rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch expected. "Rain, mainly after 11am. Areas of fog before 11am," the NWS detailed in the latest update, which also forecasts a high near 55 degrees for the day.
Those hoping for a reprieve from the damp conditions will have to wait a bit longer, as tonight's forecast predicts more rain, mainly before 11 p.m., with lows hovering around 49 degrees. Similarly, Thursday brings a 30% chance of rain with cloudy skies and a high near 57, followed by yet another chance of rain tomorrow night before the clouds begin to clear.
Some sunlight may break through the gloom on Friday, with the NWS predicting a mostly sunny day and a high near 57. However, this brief respite will give way to clouds come nightfall. The weekend forecast hints at no major relief; the rain is pegged to return Saturday afternoon with a 60% chance, escalating to an unavoidable downpour by Saturday night, with breezy conditions and a full 100% chance of precipitation.
For those plotting outdoor activities, Sunday demands a backup plan, as rain is expected to persist until the afternoon, with a high probability of showers and a high near 53. The skies should partly clear up by Sunday night, though the brisk breeze won't be going anywhere. As the new week begins, Philadelphians can look forward to a return of mostly sunny weather on Monday, though it will remain breezy, leading up to a sunny Tuesday with highs climbing towards more pleasant 57 degrees.
Detailed forecasts and updates for the Philadelphia area can be found on the NWS website.
