Pennsylvania – Patchy fog and damp air hang low over Philadelphia this morning, limiting visibility and slowing early drivers along I-95 and the Schuylkill Expressway. That hazy start quickly gives way to sunshine and a mild spring rebound, but a sharp pattern shift is already lining up.
According to the National Weather Service, skies clear through midday with highs reaching near 61 today, followed by a rapid warm-up into the mid-70s by Sunday afternoon. Winds stay light, allowing a comfortable but short-lived stretch of dry weather.
By late Sunday, conditions begin to change fast. Clouds thicken through the evening, and rain develops after sunset. Showers become more widespread overnight, with an 80% chance of steady rainfall into early Monday. Wet pavement and reduced visibility could slow travel on I-76, I-95, and Roosevelt Boulevard. Plan extra time if heading out.
Meteorologists now tracking this system note a brief thunderstorm risk late Sunday night. Rainfall amounts remain light overall, but enough to create slick roads and pooling in low spots.
Monday stays unsettled early, with lingering showers before gradual clearing. Then comes the bigger shift. Temperatures fall sharply Monday night, dropping to near 32 degrees. That raises concern for isolated slick spots early Tuesday where moisture lingers, especially on bridges and overpasses.
Tuesday brings sunshine but a brisk feel, with highs only near 51. Keep a jacket ready and watch for early cold pavement during the morning commute.
Warmer spring air returns by midweek, but another round of rain may approach later in the week. Traveling during the Sunday night rain? Let us know what you’re seeing on the roads.
Five Day Forecast for Philadelphia, Pennsylvania:
Saturday: High 61°F, sunny
Sunday: High 74°F, slight chance of showers late
Monday: High 53°F, showers early
Tuesday: High 51°F, sunny
Wednesday: High 56°F, partly sunny
