Philadelphia residents are bracing for a shift in weather, with mostly cloudy skies transitioning to more sunshine. Rain is expected to return as the weekend approaches.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures are around 27°F with 69% humidity and light northeast winds at 5 mph. The temperature will rise to a high near 38°F, with winds calming in the afternoon. Tonight, temperatures will dip to 24°F. Tomorrow, mostly sunny skies are expected with temperatures reaching 41°F. Clouds will begin to gather on Friday night, bringing a 50% chance of rain after 1 a.m.
The weekend will see an 80% chance of rain on Saturday with a high of 47°F and southerly winds bringing warmer air. Rain will continue into the evening, with a 60% chance of precipitation and temperatures remaining around 44°F.
Sunday will bring more rain, with cloudy skies and an 80% chance of rain continuing into Sunday night. Showers are expected to last through Monday, with a 40% chance of rain before 1 p.m. Partly sunny conditions will follow, and temperatures will reach a high of 58°F. New Year's Day is expected to bring a 40% chance of rain and a high near 51°F.
