Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Rain is hammering southeast Pennsylvania today, and drivers along I-95 through Philadelphia may face slick, slow-moving traffic as showers intensify. The National Weather Service reports a 100% chance of rain through Wednesday evening, with thunderstorms possible and new rainfall totals approaching three-quarters of an inch in some areas.
According to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, east winds will gust up to 25 mph today, further complicating travel across Philadelphia and surrounding suburbs like Norristown and Bensalem. Commuters are urged to allow extra time, use headlights, and avoid ponding on roads. Showers will continue through Wednesday night, with rain remaining likely into Thursday morning.
By Thursday afternoon, rain chances begin to decrease, though some lingering showers may persist before a drier pattern returns Friday. Highs Thursday will reach the low 60s before creeping up into the mid-60s Friday under partly sunny skies. Saturday looks mostly sunny and milder, with highs near 66°F—offering a dry, pleasant lead-up to Memorial Day weekend.
Looking ahead, Sunday and Memorial Day will bring a warm-up, with temperatures expected to reach the low 70s and only scattered afternoon shower chances. Monday night could turn cooler again, with lows back in the 50s.
Extended Outlook:
- Friday: Chance of showers early, then partly sunny. High: 63°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny. High: 66°F
- Sunday: Partly cloudy, near 71°F
- Memorial Day (Monday): Warm, scattered showers. High: 73°F
- Tuesday: Continued warm with scattered showers possible
