PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — A crisp, tranquil start to the weekend greets the Delaware Valley, with sunshine and gentle breezes carrying through Monday. It’s prime time for leaf cleanup, gutter checks, or getting a head start on Halloween décor before a wetter stretch arrives midweek.
Meteorologists at the National Weather Service office in Mount Holly call for wall-to-wall sun today with a light northwest wind around 5 mph and afternoon temperatures hovering near 60°F. By Sunday, the flow turns northerly, keeping the air cool but comfortable—great for road trips on I-95 or strolling fall festivals.
Monday brings a sharper chill for early risers. Bright skies persist, but highs slip to the mid-50s as a steady northeast breeze sets in. Expect a brisk feel for the Monday and Tuesday morning commute, especially in shaded neighborhoods and the open suburban areas west of the city. Frost isn’t in the cards yet, but this pattern marks a notable step toward late-October’s colder vibe.
A shift arrives Wednesday night into Thursday when clouds increase and the first light showers return. While it won’t be a washout, a 40% chance of rain late Thursday could dampen final Halloween setup plans. Daytime highs stay in the upper 50s.
In the meantime, the weekend remains bright, seasonable, and calm—a short, pleasant pause before a more unsettled lead-up to Halloween.
Philadelphia Five-Day Outlook:
– Saturday: High 60°F / Low 42°F — Sunny and lightly breezy; classic fall feel.
– Sunday: High 60°F / Low 41°F — Mostly sunny with a cool north wind.
– Monday: High 56°F / Low 41°F — Bright and a bit breezy; early-day chill.
– Tuesday: High 57°F / Low 42°F — Partly cloudy, cool, and dry.
– Wednesday: High 58°F / Low 44°F — Mostly sunny; clouds building late.
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