Philadelphia's spring weather rollercoaster continues with a breezy but sunny day today. Locals can expect the mercury to rise to a comfortable high near 56 degrees, though they should hold onto their hats with northwest winds blowing at 10 to 20 mph, and don't be surprised by occasional gusts reaching up to 30 mph, according to the National Weather Service.

The evening promises clear skies and a slight chill, with temperatures expected to drop to around 38 degrees. While the west wind should slow to a near-whisper at 10 mph, it's enough to remind us all that winter's grasp is just letting go as spring starts to settle in. The weekend will bring its share of unpredictability; tomorrow sees a 40% chance of showers after 2 pm under increasing clouds, with a high flirting with 59 degrees. There will be little to no accumulation if those showers do grace us with their presence.

For those making plans for Saturday night, the NWS suggests there's a possibility of early showers, mainly before 8 pm, but the clouds will make room for stars as the night progresses, turning partly cloudy with a low hovering around 48 degrees, with the winds calming down to a simple westerly breeze at 5 mph. Sunday daytime activities look to be safe from rain with partly sunny skies and a high of 64 degrees, though a northwest wind will persist around 10 mph, keeping the air crisp.

However, our respite from rain will be short-lived; Sunday night marks the return of clouds and a 50% chance of showers after 2 am, a prelude to what looks to be a wet start to the week with continuous chances of rain through Tuesday. Monday's forecast is dire with rain likely, mainly after 8 am, a 70% chance of precipitation, and a high of only 53, those clouds aren't planning to part any time soon.

By Tuesday, Philadelphians should brace for more of the same—rain with an 80% chance of precipitation and a high near 55. And as we reach midweek, that possibility of rain simply refuses to be ignored as we look at a 50% chance of precipitation during the day and a lingering 30% for Wednesday night, which is also expected to be breezy, though Thursday offers a glimmer of hope with mostly sunny skies and a high near 53.

For the most accurate and current weather updates, keep an eye on the National Weather Service's forecast for Philadelphia, which can be accessed through their official site.