Philadelphia, PA – Pennsylvania residents should brace for an unsettled weekend as thunderstorms and high-risk rip currents are expected to impact the region. The National Weather Service in Philadelphia/Mount Holly warns that weather conditions will worsen, particularly in the afternoons and evenings, posing a threat to those heading to the beach.
According to the National Weather Service, Friday will see partly to mostly sunny skies with temperatures ranging from 79-90°F. A chance of late-night showers or thunderstorms is possible west of Philadelphia. Saturday’s forecast predicts partly to mostly cloudy conditions with humid air and temperatures between 72-85°F. Showers and thunderstorms are likely, especially in the afternoon, with the potential for locally heavy rain.
Sunday’s outlook remains cloudy and humid, with more thunderstorms expected. Temperatures will again range from 72-85°F, and localized flash flooding may occur due to heavy downpours. The combination of stormy weather and dangerous rip currents makes beach visits risky.
Residents are advised to stay informed through local weather updates and exercise caution if traveling to the beaches in New Jersey and Delaware, where the risk of rip currents will be particularly high.
