Pennsylvania wakes up under gray skies and damp streets as rain spreads across Philadelphia, already reducing visibility and slowing the morning commute. Wet pavement along I-95 and the Schuylkill Expressway could cause delays through midday, with steady showers lingering into early afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service, rain continues through about 2 p.m. with an 80% chance of precipitation and light accumulations under a quarter inch . Winds shift northwest later in the day, pulling in colder air that sets up a sharp temperature drop heading into Saturday morning.
At Philadelphia International Airport, visibility has dipped in haze and light rain, with temperatures near 65°F early. That mild start won’t last. By late evening, skies begin to clear, and colder air settles in quickly across southeastern Pennsylvania and into South Jersey.
Temperatures fall to near 31°F by early Saturday, with even colder pockets dipping into the upper 20s outside the city. Any leftover moisture on bridges or untreated roads could refreeze, creating patchy slick spots for early drivers. Plan extra time if traveling at daybreak.
Saturday turns bright but brisk, with highs only near 45°F. Sunday brings a modest rebound into the mid-50s under mostly sunny skies, making for a calmer end to the weekend.
Looking ahead, Monday delivers a noticeable warmup, with highs climbing into the low 60s and dry conditions returning. A few scattered showers could reappear by Tuesday as spring patterns stay active.
Five Day Outlook for Philadelphia, Pennsylvania:
Saturday: Sunny, high near 45°F
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 56°F
Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 63°F
Tuesday: Chance of showers, high near 70°F
Wednesday: Chance of showers, high near 80°F
