Philadelphia sees dry weekend before late-week cold snap
Temperatures will rise into the mid-60s by Tuesday before dropping sharply into the 40s and 50s by next weekend.
By Lucas Navarro ·
The Philadelphia region is dry and clear after a period of heavy rain. Saturday morning clouds will break to reveal sunshine, though the air will remain cool. The temperature will hover near 60 degrees, with a northwest wind adding a chill. Drivers on I-95, in South Jersey, and in Delaware can expect much better travel conditions than they saw on Friday.
The chill is stronger in the Poconos and the Lehigh Valley. Temperatures in those areas will stay in the 50s all day. Residents there should expect to feel cooler than those in the city center.
Sunday promises a bright and pleasant November day. Sunlight will dominate the skies, and temperatures will climb to the lower 60s. A light breeze will persist, but the weather supports outdoor activities. The sunny conditions will continue on Monday, with highs near 61 degrees.
Temperatures will rise further on Tuesday, reaching the mid-60s. That mark is slightly warmer than the typical average for early November. Wednesday, which falls on Veterans Day, will feature a mix of sun and clouds. Highs will stay in the lower 60s. Meteorologists report no major storms are expected through the middle of the week.
The mild spell will end late next week. Temperatures will begin to fall on Thursday, with highs dropping to 58 degrees. By Friday, the high could reach only 49 degrees. Overnight lows will dip into the 30s in the Poconos, the Lehigh Valley, and interior South Jersey. A chance of chilly showers exists for Friday.
The current forecast shows a steady transition from warm, dry weather to a colder pattern. The weekend offers a brief window of comfort before the next drop in temperature.
