Philadelphia, PA – Scattered thunderstorms may disrupt Saturday plans in eastern Pennsylvania, as humid air and afternoon instability trigger downpours after 2 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service, a slight chance of showers and storms begins late morning, increasing to likely storms by mid-afternoon. Rainfall may total less than a tenth of an inch, but higher amounts are possible in stronger thunderstorms, especially in the I-76 corridor and central Philadelphia.
Conditions will remain muggy with highs near 90°F, and calm morning winds will shift from the south around 5 mph. Drivers should expect reduced visibility during heavier cells and slowdowns on regional roadways like I-95 and the Schuylkill Expressway. If thunder roars, move indoors — lightning is a primary hazard.
Skies clear by Saturday night, setting up a sunny and less humid Sunday with highs around 90°F. Monday brings a renewed storm risk, with a 50% chance of afternoon thunderstorms. Temperatures will remain in the upper 80s and low 90s through early next week.
Stay weather-aware this weekend by enabling alerts and checking local radar. The next weather update is expected early Sunday morning.
Five-Day Philadelphia Forecast (June 27 – July 1)
- Friday: Scattered showers late, high near 72°F
- Saturday: Storms likely after 2 p.m., high near 90°F
- Sunday: Sunny and calm, high near 90°F
- Monday: Afternoon thunderstorms possible, high near 91°F
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, chance of storms late, high near 88°F
