Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – A stormy stretch of spring weather is setting up across southeastern Pennsylvania, bringing rain chances as high as 90% and a risk of thunderstorms through Tuesday, with the heaviest rain expected Monday.
According to the National Weather Service, Sunday will begin with scattered showers and storms likely after 11 a.m., especially around Philadelphia, Bucks, and Montgomery counties. Rain totals could exceed half an inch by Sunday night. Winds from the south may gust to 20 mph, making driving on major routes like I-76 and I-95 potentially hazardous during peak hours.
By Monday, the threat escalates. Showers and possible thunderstorms are expected between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m., followed by continued rain through the night. Monday’s rain chance peaks at 90%, with new rainfall amounts of over half an inch possible. The wet pattern continues into Tuesday, with 70% rain chances and more storms likely into the evening.
Drivers should avoid low-lying roads during heavy rain, and residents are urged to secure outdoor items, clear storm drains, and keep flashlights handy in case of localized outages. Commuters should check PennDOT alerts for flooding or delays.
Looking ahead:
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 75°F, a break from the storms.
- Wednesday night into Thursday: A 30% chance of showers returns.
- Friday: Cooler but clear, with a high near 70°F.
