Philadelphia residents can expect a wet start to the week according to the latest forecast issued by the National Weather Service. Today's weather is dominated by showers and thunderstorms, with a predicted high of 69 degrees and an unyielding certainty of precipitation at 100%. As the National Weather Service detailed forecast reports, "Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before 9pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 3am." Accumulated rainfall of up to half an inch is possible throughout the day.
The unsettled pattern continues into tonight with a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 9 pm. Conditions are set to stay cloudy with a low around 62 degrees. According to the National Weather Service Philadelphia, new rainfall amounts will be less than one-tenth of an inch, except higher amounts could occur within thunderstorms. Monday's outlook holds a 90% chance of showers and thunderstorms, accompanied by a high near 71, while gusts could reach up to 20 mph.
The soggy scenario extends into Tuesday, with a high near 76 degrees and an 80% probability of more showers and thunderstorms. Tuesday night might provide a slight respite, as the chances of precipitation decrease before another round possibly begins around 11 pm. The National Weather Service Philadelphia elaborates, "Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 11pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 11pm and 2am."
Relief appears midweek with the forecast for Wednesday stating "Mostly sunny, with a high near 74." The sunshine promises a break from the incessant showers although, the mercury will settle to a mostly cloudy night with lows around 58 degrees. As the workweek progresses, Thursday offers a 40% chance of showers in the afternoon, but Friday is expected to be partly sunny, ushering in calmer weather, as reported by the National Weather Service.
The weekend forecast for Philadelphia thus far holds partly sunny skies with high temperatures in the low 70s, which should offer a welcomed change from the week's earlier storms. For those planning outdoor activities, keeping an eye on the updated forecasts from the National Weather Service will be essential as the week progresses.
