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Philadelphia, PA Weather: Rain Thursday, Poconos Snow Possible
Philadelphia, PA – A developing storm system could bring widespread rainfall across southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and the greater Philadelphia region later this week, with some communities pot
By Owen Prescott · 2026-11-09T20:09:30.964Z
Philadelphia, PA – A developing storm system could bring widespread rainfall across southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and the greater Philadelphia region later this week, with some communities potentially receiving between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain.
According to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, New Jersey, the system is expected to arrive Thursday, Nov. 12, and continue affecting the region into Friday, Nov. 13.
Forecasters said the latest guidance continues to favor a primarily rain producing system, although higher elevations could experience a changeover to wet snow.
Rainfall Could Exceed 1 Inch National Weather Service probability maps show favorable chances for many communities to receive at least half an inch of rainfall.
The outlook includes Philadelphia, Allentown, Trenton, Atlantic City and surrounding communities across Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Some locations could receive between 1 and 1.5 inches before the system moves away.
The rain may create wet roads, reduced visibility and slower travel conditions during Thursday and Friday commutes.
However, forecasters specifically noted that flooding is not currently expected from the anticipated rainfall.
Wet Snow Possible in the Poconos While most communities should experience rain, colder air could allow precipitation to mix with or change to wet snow across higher elevations of the southern Poconos and northwestern New Jersey.
The greatest potential for wintry precipitation appears to be Friday into Friday night.
Any snow accumulation is expected to be minor, if it occurs at all.
Residents Should Monitor Forecast Updates The approaching system could affect travel across portions of Interstate 95, Interstate 76 and other major regional highways during periods of rainfall.
Drivers should allow additional travel time if heavier showers develop.
The National Weather Service continues monitoring the storm's timing, precipitation amounts and potential for wintry weather in elevated locations.
Residents can review updated local forecasts at weather.gov/phi as Thursday approaches.