Pennsylvania – Headlights glow through misty air across Philadelphia this morning as rain and fog coat roads and reduce visibility across the metro area.
Wet pavement stretches across I-95, I-76, and the Schuylkill Expressway as commuters navigate steady rain and pockets of fog drifting through the Delaware Valley. Visibility dips in spots, especially near rivers and low-lying neighborhoods.
According to the National Weather Service, light rain continues through the morning with precipitation chances around 80 percent. Totals between 0.10 and 0.25 inches are expected across Philadelphia before the steadiest rain tapers later in the day. Temperatures hold near 48°F, with a light northeast breeze keeping the air cool and damp.
Fog lingers into the evening and early night hours. Drivers should watch for sudden drops in visibility on bridges and elevated roadways. Keep headlights on and allow extra braking distance during the evening commute.
Conditions gradually improve heading into Friday as clouds linger but rain fades. Patchy fog may still greet early commuters before skies slowly brighten. Temperatures stay cool, reaching the upper 40s.
The weekend begins with lingering clouds Saturday, though temperatures climb to around 60°F. A round of showers develops Saturday night, briefly soaking streets again before clearing out.
Sunday delivers brighter skies and a welcome burst of spring warmth near 66°F across Philadelphia and nearby South Jersey. Early Sunday morning, clocks across Pennsylvania and New Jersey spring ahead one hour at 2 a.m., bringing longer daylight evenings for the weeks ahead.
Meteorologists are also tracking a stronger warm pattern building into next week. Sunshine returns Monday with highs in the mid-60s. By Tuesday, temperatures may surge toward 74°F, offering a preview of early spring warmth across the region.
For now, keep umbrellas handy and expect damp roads through tonight.
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Five Day Outlook for Philadelphia, PA
Friday: Patchy fog early, then cloudy. High near 47°F
Saturday: Patchy morning fog, mostly cloudy. High near 60°F
Sunday: Partly sunny and warmer. High near 66°F
Monday: Mostly sunny. High near 64°F
Tuesday: Mostly sunny and mild. High near 74°F
