Philadelphia, PA – Severe thunderstorms are expected to hit Philadelphia and surrounding areas tonight, bringing the potential for damaging wind gusts, hail, and power outages.
According to the US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly, thunderstorms have begun moving into the region this afternoon. The primary threats include strong winds capable of knocking down trees and power lines. Residents are urged to report any storm damage only when it is safe to do so.
The weather forecast for the upcoming days indicates continued unsettled conditions. Saturday will see a 45% chance of storms, with temperatures ranging from 75°F to 90°F. On Sunday, the storm chances increase to 55%, with temperatures between 73°F and 87°F.
Monday is expected to provide some relief with mostly sunny skies and a high of 94°F. However, thunderstorms are likely to return on Tuesday, with a 40% chance of rain and temperatures reaching 92°F. The midweek forecast suggests continued stormy weather with Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday all having a 50-55% chance of rain. Temperatures during this period will vary, with highs fluctuating between 66°F and 79°F.
