Philadelphians should brace themselves for a wet and soggy week, according to the National Weather Service Today's expected rainfall, primarily concluding before 4 pm, arrives alongside patchy fog rolling in afternoon. The NWS detailed forecast reports a "High near 50", with calm winds shifting east at about 5 mph in the afternoon. The chance of precipitation stands at a solid 90%, with new precipitation amounts ranging from a tenth to a quarter of an inch.
As the night falls, the chance of rain drops slightly to 30% before 7 pm. Fog is predicted to be a constant companion before 1 am and reemerge after 2 am, while the temperature is anticipated to hover around 43 degrees. Winds will slow, shifting to a calm breeze post-sunset. The minimal expected rainfall is less than a tenth of an inch, creating conditions for a potentially damp evening commute.
Looking ahead to Tuesday, the forecast suggests a continuation of the dreary weather pattern. The possibility of rain picks up again, mainly after 4 pm, with mostly cloudy skies and highs creeping up to near 58 degrees. The wind remains light and variable, becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon. If rain occurs, new precipitation amounts will likely stay under a tenth of an inch.
The NWS advises that the heaviest rainfall is to be anticipated on Wednesday, with showers possibly turning intense. Rain is forecasted throughout the day, and with temperatures reaching up to 64 degrees, it's a recipe for heavy downpours. Winds picking up from the south at 10 to 15 mph will add to the stormy conditions, although the predicted rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches might be the more significant impact for the area. As residents in the city face these rains, which are expected to last into the evening, the chance of precipitation remains staunch at 100%.
Colder air is to swoop in by the end of the week, according to the National Weather Service, as Wednesday's rain gives way to cooler, clearer skies come Thursday and Friday, with high temperatures dipping to near 35 to 38 degrees. The weekend outlook promises mostly sunny days, except for Sunday, where there is a 30% chance of showers with partly sunny conditions and highs nearing 48 degrees.
For continuous weather updates and more information on the changing conditions, residents can visit the NWS Philadelphia.
