Philadelphia, PA – A golden sunrise and mild air open the first full week of November across southeastern Pennsylvania, but changes are brewing. Light winds sweep through the city today, stirring crisp leaves and reminding residents that early winter’s edge is never far away. Commuters will enjoy calm, dry travel through Thursday before rain returns late in the week — potentially impacting weekend plans and early Veterans Day observances.
According to the National Weather Service, highs will climb near 66°F Wednesday under full sun, with a southwest breeze holding conditions mild. By Thursday, temperatures dip slightly into the upper 50s as winds shift northwest, signaling an approaching system. Rain develops Friday afternoon and continues into the evening, bringing a 70% chance of precipitation and damp roads for rush hour.
Travelers along I-95, Route 1, and regional rail lines should prepare for slower commutes and wet conditions Friday night. Those attending outdoor Veterans Day events this weekend may need umbrellas, especially Saturday morning when scattered showers could linger. Temperatures will hold in the low 60s before trending cooler Sunday, when readings may struggle to reach the mid-50s.
While no snow is expected yet, forecasters are watching a colder push developing over the Great Lakes that could slip east by mid-November. If that air mass deepens, it could bring the first flakes of the season to higher elevations west of Philadelphia before Thanksgiving.
For now, enjoy the warm, sunny stretch — it may be one of the last before true winter weather settles in.
