Philadelphia, PA – Gray skies and a damp breeze greet early travelers this morning as the Philadelphia region braces for a soggy lead-up to Thanksgiving. Roads will stay wet through much of the day, with rain likely to slow travel times along I-76, I-95, and the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Cooler, drier air arrives by midweek, setting up a crisp, mostly sunny Thanksgiving Day.
According to the National Weather Service, steady rain will build this afternoon, with highs near 58°F and light southerly winds. Periods of heavier rain tonight may reduce visibility and create slick conditions for evening commuters and early holiday travelers. By Wednesday afternoon, the rain begins to taper, but breezy southwest winds up to 15 mph will usher in noticeably cooler air. Thanksgiving Day turns brighter with highs around 44°F — ideal for outdoor festivities, though jackets will be necessary under the brisk wind.
Looking beyond Thursday, forecasters are tracking a broader cold surge stretching from the Great Lakes to the East Coast. This front could bring early “winter-tease” flurries to parts of Pennsylvania and the Northeast late in the weekend. Temperatures are expected to stay below normal into early next week, with lows near freezing and highs struggling to reach the mid-40s.
Five-Day Outlook:
- Today: Cloudy with rain likely, high 58°F.
- Wednesday: Showers taper, high 65°F.
- Thanksgiving Day: Mostly sunny, high 44°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 42°F.
- Saturday: Clear and cool, high 42°F.
