PHILADELPHIA, PA – A crisp Veterans Day dawns across southeastern Pennsylvania, where brisk west winds and biting chill mark another decisive step toward winter. Fallen leaves scatter across wet streets as gusts top 30 miles per hour, and air temperatures hover in the mid-30s. For early commuters and paradegoers, the chill feels closer to freezing, especially along the Delaware River and I-95 corridor.
According to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, today’s cold snap will linger through the morning before easing slightly this afternoon. Winds could still gust near 40 mph at times, especially across open stretches of Chester and Montgomery Counties. Drivers should use caution on bridges and elevated roadways, where sudden gusts can push lighter vehicles. Outdoor ceremonies may also feel sharply colder than the thermometer suggests, so extra layers and gloves are advised.
By Wednesday, calmer conditions arrive as highs climb into the low 50s under mostly sunny skies. Late this week, a weak ridge brings milder afternoons near 54 degrees — perfect for yard cleanup or early holiday decorating. Still, forecasters are watching a subtle pattern shift that may reintroduce colder air by late weekend. Models even hint at a “winter tease” north of the Pennsylvania Turnpike before Thanksgiving week, with the potential for a rain-snow mix if colder air deepens.
For now, Philadelphia can expect a brisk but bright stretch through Friday. The air stays dry, visibility remains clear, and travel conditions should hold steady — a welcome pause before the next November chill settles in.
Five-Day Forecast for Philadelphia, PA:
Wed: 52/40 – Mostly sunny; lighter winds, seasonable chill.
Thu: 53/38 – Mostly clear; pleasant late-fall feel.
Fri: 54/35 – Partly sunny; mild afternoon, crisp evening.
Sat: 50/35 – Mostly sunny; cooler air returns late.
Sun: 57/44 – Increasing clouds; slight rain chance, early holiday travel watch.
