Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – A stretch of mild January weather continues across Philadelphia through Friday before a wetter pattern settles in for the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, Thursday will be mostly sunny and pleasant, with light winds and high temperatures reaching the upper 40s to near 50 degrees. Conditions remain mild into Friday, though skies will turn cloudier as rain chances increase late in the day.
Friday is expected to stay mainly dry during daylight hours, but a 30 to 60 percent chance of rain develops by late afternoon or evening. High temperatures Friday are forecast to range from the upper 40s to near 60 degrees, well above seasonal averages.
Saturday is expected to be a wet day across the Philadelphia area. Periods of rain are likely, with event rainfall totals estimated between 0.5 and 1 inch. High temperatures Saturday will remain mild, generally in the 50s to low 60s.
By Sunday, conditions turn cooler and breezier, with mostly cloudy skies and the chance for a stray shower. Temperatures are expected to trend back toward normal early next week.
Rainfall Saturday may impact weekend travel and outdoor plans, especially during peak daytime hours.
