Philadelphia Weather: Sunny Tuesday Precedes Potential Nor'easter and Cold Weekend
Forecasts show a mild start to the week followed by a storm system that may bring rain, wind, and early snow to higher elevations.
By Alina Marshall ·
Temperatures in the Philadelphia region began Tuesday in the upper 30s to mid-40s before climbing to the mid-60s under mostly sunny skies. West winds blew at 10 to 15 mph during the day.
Meteorologists from the KCNC-TV NEXT Weather Team issued a weather alert for Thursday and Friday as a shift in the weather pattern approaches. The team identified two developing areas of low pressure that could merge into a nor'easter. One low is expected to move toward the Ohio Valley, while a secondary low may form near the northern Mid-Atlantic coast.
If the coastal low strengthens, the system could produce widespread rain, gusty winds, and possible coastal flooding from Thursday through Friday night. Precipitation is expected to arrive by midday Thursday and become steady Thursday night. Philadelphia and surrounding areas should experience cold rain, with Friday high temperatures struggling to reach 50 degrees.
The exact track of the storm will determine the severity of the impacts. A path closer to the coast would likely bring stronger winds and heavier precipitation, while an offshore track would reduce those effects. Coastal areas face the risk of rough surf, hazardous boating conditions, and tidal flooding if onshore winds persist. There is also a chance for early-season wintry precipitation north and west of the city, particularly in the Poconos near the I-80 corridor, though Philadelphia and the Lehigh Valley are not currently under a snow threat.
The storm may linger into Friday night before moving away, leaving a much colder weekend ahead. Saturday is forecast to be chilly with a high of 47 degrees and breezy conditions that could make temperatures feel near freezing. The 7-day forecast shows highs ranging from 39 to 66 degrees over the coming week.
Wednesday, designated as Veterans Day, is expected to be sunny with highs in the mid-60s and less wind than Tuesday. The weather team noted that conditions should be favorable for outdoor ceremonies and activities on that day.
