Potential rain, storms in the Philadelphia area mid-week forecast
PHILADELPHIA - The Northeast is in for a few days of warm and humid weather, with the chance of showers and thunderstorms as a cold front approaches. A foggy start to the day gave way to an unsettled afternoon, and there is a chance of rain around sunset tonight, which could happen during the Phillies game against the Marlins at 6:45 p.m.
When could we see rain?
What we know:
Today, Wednesday, September 24, is expected to be warm and humid, with a high of 83 degrees. There is a chance of scattered thunderstorms and showers, particularly around sunset in the Lehigh Valley area, according to FOX 29 Meteorologist Sue Serio.
The rain has a growing chance to start during the evening and has the potential to stick around throughout Thursday in some areas.
There is also a chance of rain in Philadelphia for tonight’s Phillies game, so fans are advised to bring a poncho.
The unsettled weather will continue on Thursday, with a high of 80 degrees, and there is a chance of thunderstorms and showers in the morning. A cold front is expected to move through the region later in the day. The temperature is expected to reach 82 degrees on Friday.
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