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From T-Shirts to Thunder: Philadelphia’s Midweek Warmup to End in Soaking Storms

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Published on November 03, 2026
From T-Shirts to Thunder: Philadelphia’s Midweek Warmup to End in Soaking StormsSource: Bruce Emmerling / Wikimedia Commons

Philadelphia is waking up to mostly clear skies and temperatures in the upper 40s Tuesday morning, but the city is headed for a quick warm-up. Partly sunny skies should push the high near 71 degrees, with light southwest winds and almost no chance of rain.

Warm Tuesday And Wednesday Bring Possible Fog

Tuesday night will stay mild, with a low near 51 and patchy fog possible after midnight. Wednesday could be the warmest day of the stretch, reaching about 75 degrees after morning fog gives way to mostly sunny skies.

The National Weather Service says fog is most likely along and southeast of the I-95 corridor, and it may clear slowly after sunrise. The latest outlook is a notable update to Hoodline’s earlier forecast, with wetter conditions now looking more likely late Thursday and Friday.

Rain And Thunderstorms Arrive Thursday Night

Clouds will increase Thursday, with a chance of rain and a high near 73 degrees. The rain risk rises Thursday night, when precipitation chances reach about 70%; a slight chance of thunderstorms is possible Thursday.

Friday currently brings rain, mostly cloudy skies and a high near 71. Forecasters say the exact track and rainfall totals remain uncertain, but some areas could see heavier rain, so outdoor plans may need a backup option.

Cooler, Quieter Weather Returns This Weekend

Saturday looks mostly sunny, with a high near 67. Sunday looks mostly sunny and cooler, with a high near 63, and no land-based watches, warnings or advisories are currently listed for Philadelphia.