Philadelphia, PA – Spring warmth will briefly take hold across Southeast Pennsylvania this weekend before rain showers return late Saturday night. With highs climbing to the low 80s in Philadelphia, residents can expect a mild Saturday before a wet pattern develops.
According to the National Weather Service, Saturday will start mostly sunny with temperatures peaking around 82°F by mid-afternoon. Southwest winds could gust up to 30 mph, especially along the I-95 corridor. However, clouds will increase by evening with a 20% chance of showers after 8 p.m., especially near urban heat pockets in Center City and South Philly.
Sunday will bring a slight chance of afternoon rain, followed by a more likely round of showers Sunday night. Conditions will remain mild, with a high near 74°F and low near 61°F. Monday poses a higher impact: showers are likely after 2 p.m. with a 70% chance of rain and highs reaching 77°F.
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of Saturday’s dry daytime hours for any outdoor errands or travel before showers roll in.
Extended 5-Day Forecast for Philadelphia:
- Saturday: Sunny early, high 82°F. Showers possible overnight.
- Sunday: Slight rain chance after 2 p.m., high near 74°F.
- Monday: Showers likely, especially after 2 p.m. High 77°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny, cooler, high 57°F.
- Wednesday: Showers return. Cloudy, high near 56°F.
