Bracing for a mix of clouds and sun, residents of Philadelphia should experience a slight uptick in temperatures following a cool, cloudy morning. A high of 57 degrees is on the forecast for today with winds from the northeast at a gentle pace of 5 to 10 mph. As night descends, the skies will retain their patchy clouds but temperatures will dip to a chilly 36 degrees, with the southeast wind slowing to a whisper after midnight according to National Weather Service.

Looking ahead to the weekend, the city is tipped for a gradual warm-up. Friday promises unabated sunshine with the mercury climbing to a comfortable 64 degrees. The wind will maintain it's easy flow from the southeast, notching at around 5 mph, allowing Philadelphians a taste of the spring warmth they have been craving. Friday night, the clear heavens will oversee temperatures falling to around 40 degrees.

The National Weather Service indicates that Saturday's conditions will mirror today's partly sunny skies, with a high flirting with the 63-degree mark. The south wind, moving at a light 5 to 10 mph, will usher in more warmth for Sunday, with the temperature expected to soar to a near summer-like 78 degrees. Clouds will linger on Saturday night, however, setting a low near 49 degrees.

Early next week, Monday will be hot at 86°F with mostly sunny skies, cooling to the low 60s at night. Tuesday might have some showers along with sunshine, around 83°F. There's a 30% chance of rain, but dry intervals are likely. This pattern of warmth and showers could continue into midweek.