Philadelphia, PA – Crisp November air greeted early risers Monday, but travelers across the Philadelphia region may want to pack patience this week. A developing system moving in from the southwest is expected to bring a soaking rain by Tuesday, complicating early Thanksgiving travel and slowing traffic on I-95 and surrounding routes.
According to the National Weather Service, rain chances climb sharply after midday Tuesday, turning steady through the evening. Roads could become slick just as commuters head home, with reduced visibility and ponding possible in low-lying areas. Those heading to Philadelphia International Airport may also face delays as winds pick up by Wednesday.
Temperatures will stay mild ahead of the front, reaching near 56°F Tuesday before a sharp drop behind the rain. Wednesday stays breezy, with highs in the mid-60s before cooler air sweeps in. Thanksgiving Day turns much calmer but colder, with highs near 44°F and morning lows close to freezing — a brisk backdrop for parades, travel, and early shopping.
While no snow is expected in Philadelphia, higher elevations in northern Pennsylvania could see a few flakes late Wednesday night as temperatures dip. It’s an early sign that winter’s edge is drawing closer.
Five-Day Outlook (Nov. 24–28):
- Tuesday: Rain likely, breezy; high 56°F.
- Wednesday: Chance of rain, windy; high 64°F.
- Thanksgiving Day: Mostly sunny, chilly; high 44°F.
- Friday: Mostly clear, cold; high 43°F.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, milder; high 48°F.
