Today's weather in Philadelphia is expected to bring showers, particularly before 5 pm, with an estimated 70% chance of precipitation, according to the National Weather Service. The forecast indicates that the city will experience cloudy skies, with temperatures reaching a high near 65 degrees. East winds are forecasted to travel at speeds of 5 to 10 mph, occasionally gusting up to 20 mph.
Tonight, a 50% chance of rain continues to hang in the air. The clouds will persist, the temperature dipping to around 58 degrees and north winds blowing at 10 to 15 mph. Visibility might be reduced as patchy fog rolls in before 2 am, and while rain amounts are anticipated to be modest, Philadelphians should prepare for a damp evening.
The soggy weather doesn’t stop there, as Thursday also heralds a 40% chance of rain with similar cloudy conditions and a high again near 65 degrees. Winds will remain from the north at about 15 mph. The likelihood of rain decreases slightly Thursday night, with a 20% chance of showers before 11 pm and lows around 57 degrees.
Relief appears to be in sight by Friday with partly sunny skies and a more pleasant high near 74 degrees. The weekend outlook isn’t as bright, sadly, with chance for showers beginning Saturday afternoon and extending into the night, upping the odds to 50% of precipitation. Sunday continues the trend with a 30% chance of showers, but a peek of sun might make an appearance.
Next week's weather gives Philadelphians a break from the rain with partly sunny days and highs in the low to mid-70s, pushing into a high of 77 by Tuesday. For a full weather update, check out the National Weather Service forecast.
