Philadelphia, PA – Leaves swirl across Center City streets this morning as a stiff wind builds from the west, signaling the first real bite of November. Tree limbs sway under gusts that could top 50 mph later today, and commuters along I-95 and Route 1 should brace for buffeting crosswinds. Crews are already on standby as scattered outages and fallen branches become more likely this evening.
According to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, a Wind Advisory remains in effect from 7 p.m. Wednesday through 7 a.m. Thursday for central and southern New Jersey, northern Delaware, and southeast Pennsylvania — including Philadelphia, Wilmington, Trenton, and Cherry Hill. Sustained winds of 20 to 30 mph may make travel challenging for high-profile vehicles and light trucks. Residents are urged to secure outdoor furniture and charge devices before conditions worsen.
Winds will ease gradually Thursday, leaving behind crisp sunshine and highs in the mid-50s. Cooler, calmer air settles in by Friday morning, with lows near freezing in the suburbs. Another system begins to edge east Friday night, bringing a 70% chance of rain and the potential for the region’s first true chill of the season by Veterans Day.
Looking ahead, long-range models hint at a sharp drop in temperatures early next week — a possible setup for the first flakes in the northern tier by mid-November. For now, the focus is on today’s strong gusts and the fall chill that will carry the Delaware Valley into a breezy, brisk weekend.
Five-Day Forecast for Philadelphia, PA:
Wed: 67/45 – Breezy; winds increasing, gusts up to 50 mph.
Thu: 56/35 – Sunny and calmer; much cooler late.
Fri: 61/54 – Mostly cloudy; rain likely by evening.
Sat: 65/48 – Partly sunny and breezy; pleasant fall day.
Sun: 68/39 – Chance of rain; cooler air moving in next week.
