Philadelphia, Pa. — A warm, sunny stretch will dominate Philadelphia’s weather this weekend before showers move back into the region by Tuesday night. Afternoon highs will climb into the low 80s on both Saturday and Sunday, offering unseasonably warm conditions for early October.
According to the National Weather Service, winds will remain light and mostly calm through the weekend, shifting slightly southwest Sunday. Nights will stay mild, with lows holding in the mid-50s, keeping outdoor activities comfortable across the Delaware Valley.
Monday brings more sunshine with highs near 80 before conditions begin to change. Clouds will increase Tuesday, with the chance for showers developing by evening. The NWS places the likelihood of rain at 50 percent Tuesday night, continuing into Wednesday, when temperatures cool back into the lower 70s.
Travelers and commuters should prepare for slower conditions Tuesday evening into Wednesday, as wet roads may impact the morning drive midweek. Outdoor plans are safe through Monday but may need backup arrangements for Tuesday night onward.
The next round of unsettled weather is expected to move out by Wednesday night, with drier, cooler air returning Thursday.
Five Day Forecast for Philadelphia, Pa.:
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 80. Low around 56.
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 81. Low around 56.
- Monday: Sunny, high near 80. Low around 60.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 81. Showers possible by night, low around 63.
- Wednesday: Showers likely, high near 73. Clearing late, low around 51.