The National Weather Service in Philadelphia has reported an overcast sky, with a current temperature standing at a chilly 37 degrees Fahrenheit. Humidity levels are moderate at 65%, with a northeast wind blowing at 10 miles per hour. For those venturing outside, the wind chill factor brings the feels-like temperature down to 30 degrees.
According to the latest forecast on NWS, Philadelphians could see a mix of rain and snow today, with precipitation chances escalating to 70% by afternoon. A chance of rain before 11am, then a chance of rain and snow between 11am and noon, then rain likely after noon, the forecast reads, indicating that today is set to be cloudy with peaks near a high of 39. Snow accumulation, if any, is expected to be scant.
Transitioning into the evening, rain is anticipated before 11pm followed by probable rain and snow interludes. The temperature will hover around the freezing mark, with potential snow accumulation forecasted to be less than half an inch. As the night progresses, light winds from the northwest at around 5 mph are likely to persist. The NWS predicts an 80% chance of precipitation.
Looking ahead to the remainder of the weekend, tomorrow might greet residents with some snow, particularly before 10am, followed by gradual clearing skies. The NWS reports, "A chance of snow, mainly before 10am. Cloudy through mid morning, then gradual clearing, with a high near 34." Gusts could reach up to 25 mph in what seems to be a blustery day. As night falls, skies are expected to clear out completely, with temperatures dipping to a bitter 17 degrees.
Sunday promises to bring sunnier skies with a high of 27 degrees, paired with a tranquil northwest wind blowing at 5 to 10 mph. The outlook continues to favor clear nighttime skies with lows plummeting to just 11 degrees.
Looking toward the early part of next week, the region will experience sunny conditions on Monday with a daytime high of 31 degrees, while Tuesday's forecast anticipates mostly cloudy skies with highs approaching the upper 30s. As Philadelphians prepare for the Christmas Day festivities, they can expect partly sunny weather with a comfortable high near 41 degrees.
