Philadelphia is heading into a hot, humid Friday, with temperatures rising from the mid-70s early to around 87 degrees by afternoon. The day should stay mostly sunny for much of the daylight hours, but a few showers or thunderstorms could pop after 2 p.m., giving outdoor plans a late-day wrinkle.
The National Weather Service’s Mount Holly office expects southwest winds around 5 mph and a 40% to 70% chance of precipitation Friday, with the storm risk increasing late in the day. Any storms that develop could bring a brief heavy downpour, lightning or a gusty wind, though no watches or warnings are posted for Philadelphia. The National Weather Service forecast calls for a low near 66 Friday night, with showers and thunderstorms possible into the early overnight hours.
Storm Chance Gives Way To A Better Holiday Weekend
Saturday looks like the reset button: sunny with a high around 82, followed by a mostly clear night. Sunday should be sunnier and cooler, topping out near 78, while Labor Day brings more sunshine and a high close to 81.
That is a notable shift from the stormier setup outlined in Thursday’s forecast update. Lower humidity and mostly dry conditions should make Saturday through Monday the best stretch for parks, neighborhood festivals and other outdoor plans.
Warm Weather Returns Next Week
The forecast period continues through Monday, with the outlook remaining warm and mostly sunny.
For Friday, the practical play is simple: plan outdoor activities earlier if possible, keep an eye on the sky after 5 p.m. and bring water for the humid afternoon. The weekend forecast, meanwhile, looks considerably easier to work with.
