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Philadelphia, PA Weather Oct. 24-26: Cold Start, Then Near 70°
Philadelphia, PA – A chilly start to the weekend will give way to gradually warmer afternoons across the Philadelphia region, with temperatures potentially approaching 70 degrees by Monday, October 26
By Cole Barrett · 2026-10-23T21:42:05.714Z
Philadelphia, PA – A chilly start to the weekend will give way to gradually warmer afternoons across the Philadelphia region, with temperatures potentially approaching 70 degrees by Monday, October 26, as dry and sunny conditions continue across southeastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey and Delaware.
According to the National Weather Service NWS Philadelphia/Mount Holly office, the region can expect three consecutive days of generally pleasant fall weather, although Saturday and Sunday mornings will begin on the colder side.
Saturday Brings Chilly Temperatures and Sunshine
Saturday, October 24, will begin with a cold morning before temperatures climb into the 57 to 64 degree range during the afternoon.
Forecasters expect morning high clouds to gradually give way to mainly sunny conditions.
Light northeast to east winds are forecast, with no significant rainfall indicated.
Residents heading outdoors early Saturday should consider wearing an extra layer before temperatures become more comfortable later in the day.
Sunday Turns Slightly Warmer
Sunday, October 25, will bring another cold morning, followed by abundant sunshine and a noticeable afternoon warmup.
High temperatures are expected to range from 60 to 67 degrees across the forecast area.
The combination of dry weather and increasing sunshine should provide favorable conditions for fall festivals, outdoor recreation and weekend travel throughout Philadelphia, surrounding Pennsylvania counties and South Jersey.
Monday Could Bring Highs Near 70 Degrees
The warming trend will continue Monday, October 26, when afternoon highs are forecast between 63 and 70 degrees.
Sunny skies and light west to northwest winds are expected, making Monday the warmest day of the three day outlook for many communities.
The National Weather Service expects dry conditions to continue, with no significant precipitation shown in the forecast through Monday.
Residents should remain prepared for chilly morning temperatures despite the increasingly mild afternoons.
Updated local forecasts are available at weather.gov/phi.