The greater Philadelphia area is bracing for a stormy Father’s Day weekend as adverse weather conditions are expected to disrupt outdoor plans for many.
Meteorologists from Accuweather are forecasting several days of precipitation and the likelihood of thunderstorms, as a powerful system moves in from the Midwest and south-central states, bringing moisture from the Gulf and Atlantic.
The immediate forecast indicates that the region will experience mostly clear and hot conditions through the week, but this will change on Friday afternoon when rain and thunderstorms are anticipated to begin.
Forecasters predict that initial precipitation is likely to commence after 2 p.m. on Friday and could persist intermittently for several days.
As the storm moves in, a chance of showers will linger into early Friday evening, with expected rainfall totals of approximately one-tenth of an inch overnight into Saturday, followed by similar amounts throughout the day on Saturday.
The National Weather Service warns of potential thunderstorms that could impact the region until around 2 a.m. on Sunday.
According to forecasters, the heaviest rainfall is anticipated late Saturday into early Sunday, raising concerns about flash flooding in various parts of the mid-Atlantic.
The extent of the rain and flooding effects in Philadelphia will ultimately depend on the storm’s track in the upcoming days, but at the very least, unsettled weather conditions are assured.
The forecast suggests that typical Father’s Day activities, such as barbecues, fishing trips, or outings to the ballpark and beach, may be significantly affected by the rain and thunderstorms expected this weekend.
Tuesday’s weather is expected to remain predominantly clear, with mild nighttime temperatures around 67 degrees. Wednesday will see a sunny day with temperatures climbing to nearly 91 degrees before temperatures drop again at night.
A slight chance of rain and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. on Friday signals the start of changes in the weather, with Tuesday experiencing a forecasted high of 87 degrees.
Friday night will bring a greater likelihood of showers and thunderstorms, particularly after sunset, as clouds cover the area. New rainfall amounts are anticipated to be less than a tenth of an inch, though localized higher amounts may occur in thunderstorms.
Saturday poses an increased risk for precipitation, with forecasts indicating a chance of early morning showers giving way to a more significant chance of thunderstorms later in the day.
The forecast for Saturday predicts high temperatures around 81 degrees—cloudy with a strong potential for rainfall throughout the day, leading to a 70 percent chance of precipitation.
As the night falls on Saturday, continued showers and thunderstorms are expected before 2 a.m. on Sunday, with cloudy conditions persisting and temperatures dropping to around 66 degrees.
On Sunday, the forecast remains uncertain, with a continued chance of showers. The day is expected to open with temperatures reaching a high of about 74 degrees.
Looking ahead, early forecasts suggest the chance of rain may continue into the next week, making outdoor plans less certain throughout this period.
As this weather front moves in, it is clear that residents should prepare for an unpredictable and wet Father’s Day weekend.
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