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Philadelphia Braces for Thanksgiving Rain with Winds Up to 20 MPH, Sunny Respite Expected Friday

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Published on November 27, 2024
Philadelphia Braces for Thanksgiving Rain with Winds Up to 20 MPH, Sunny Respite Expected FridaySource: Unsplash/ Erik Witsoe

Philadelphia residents can expect a change in the weather as the holiday approaches. Today will have a mix of clouds and sun, with temperatures reaching around 51°F and light southwest winds at 5 mph. However, conditions will begin to change by tonight.

According to the National Weather Service, for Thanksgiving, rain is expected after 4 a.m. with an eastern breeze. There is a 70% chance of rain, with up to a quarter-inch of precipitation. More rain is expected before 1 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, and winds may gust up to 20 mph. Friday will bring a dry break with sunny skies and a high near 47°F. The night will remain mostly clear, but temperatures will drop with a low around 29.

The weekend will bring sunny days and mostly clear nights. Saturday will be sunny with a high near 39°F, and this trend will continue through Tuesday. Clear skies are expected, with temperatures dropping into the low 20s.