Philly’s weather today promises to hold a canvas of gray as the city wakes up to overcast skies and a chilly breeze, according to the National Weather Service. Morning risers felt the nip of 47 degrees Fahrenheit, while the wind chill dropped that number to a frostier 42. The murkiness won’t yield much reprieve, even as the afternoon is expected to bring a northeast wind shifting southeast and the mercury climbing to about 61 degrees.
For those planning a Friday night out, don't forget to grab an umbrella. The weather folks predict a bout of "scattered showers, mainly after 10pm" with a coin flip's chance of precipitation at 50%. After midnight, drivers might face patchy fog as visibility wanes, so keen attention will be needed on the roads. The clouds linger stubbornly, setting a low of around 51 degrees to close the night.
Saturday seems to follow Friday’s unpredictable mood with isolated showers clearing out before the 9 a.m. coffee run. A "gradual clearing" is expected to salvage some of the weekend vibes, ushering in a more agreeable high near 68 degrees. Winds will take a turn, blowing from the west, and could throw in a gust or two up to 20 mph.
Those with plans to gaze at the stars or enjoy a crisp night walk on Saturday might appreciate the forecasted "mostly clear" skies with the thermometer dipping to a moderate 43 degrees. A noteworthy northwest wind, however, could swing by at 5 to 15 mph, unexpectedly chilling the atmosphere.
Sunday continues the trend of mild spring days with "mostly sunny" skies and highs peeking to about 59 degrees. The fair weather should hold through the evening before the week ushers in another sunny start. Monday and Tuesday are both slated for clear skies with daytime highs in the mid-60s, the National Weather Service reported on their website.
However, clouds could creep back into the frame by Tuesday night, trailing a 30% chance of showers after the witching hour. That likelihood increases as midweek approaches, with a 50% chance of showers returning on Wednesday, so Philadelphians might not want to store away their rain gear just yet. Nighttime temperatures during the week look to hover in the comfort zone of the low 40s to 50 degrees.
