Philadelphia, Pa. – Residents across southeastern Pennsylvania should prepare for a wet weekend as rounds of showers are expected to develop Saturday afternoon and linger through Sunday night. While today stays mostly sunny and mild, rain chances increase quickly late Saturday, potentially disrupting outdoor plans and slowing down evening travel.
According to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, showers become likely Saturday night with a 60% chance of precipitation across the Philadelphia metro area. Rain could be heavy at times, though overall totals are expected to remain under a quarter of an inch. Calm conditions early Sunday give way to more scattered showers, especially north and east of the city, as winds shift from the northeast at 5 mph.
Travelers using I-95, the Schuylkill Expressway, and SEPTA bus routes should plan for delays if storms arrive during peak weekend activity. Outdoor events and sports across South Jersey and Bucks County could also see weather impacts. Drivers are advised to keep headlights on in rain and give extra stopping distance on slick roads.
The unsettled weather pattern continues into Monday night with lingering rain chances before drier skies return midweek.
Five Day Forecast for Philadelphia, Pa.:
- Saturday: High 78, showers possible after 2 p.m.
- Saturday Night: 60% chance of showers, low 64.
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy, showers likely, high 76.
- Monday: Partly sunny, high 78, chance of showers late.
- Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, high 74.
