Brief but heavy showers possible Thursday AM in Philadelphia, more sun heading into the afternoon
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- After multiple days of sunny and dry conditions, rain is back in the Delaware Valley Thursday.
A few scattered showers started popping up west of the city early Thursday morning, and a severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued for areas in lower Bucks County, lower Montgomery County and northern Burlington County, until 6:45 a.m.
In the Lehigh Valley, strong storms have reportedly downed trees and utility lines, and thousands are without power.
STORMS PRODUCING DAMAGE | We are receiving reports of tree damage and trees on power lines in the Bethlehem area after the recent severe storm rolled through. Stay safe, but let us know if you've received any damage. #pawx @CBSPhiladelphia pic.twitter.com/oJQ8CN6ldO
— Meteorologist Grant Gilmore (@GrantGilmoreWX) May 23, 2024
By 10 a.m., the bulk of the severe weather in the region had moved on, but there was still a chance for some spotty but strong showers throughout the morning. Heading into the afternoon, the skies start to clear and we could see some peeks of sun.
This afternoon's Phillies game, which is set to start just after 1 p.m., could be affected by lingering showers.
Another round of showers is possible late tonight and again early Friday morning.
The Friday morning commute could be wet, but the second half of the day will once again clear out for a sunny and beautiful start to the Memorial Day weekend.
Memorial Day weekend forecast
The holiday weekend is still shaping up to be a bit unsettled. Saturday looks to be partly sunny with the chance for a late-day shower or storm with highs in the low 80s.
Sunday will be partly sunny and warm, but also humid. Then on Monday, we'll have more chances for gusty and strong thunderstorms, with high temps dipping a bit into the high 70s.
7-day forecast
Thursday: High of 82, storms and humid
Friday: High of 86, low of 66, AM shower and sun
Saturday: High of 84, low of 62, some sun, PM shower possible
Sunday: High of 85, low of 62, sun and clouds
Monday: High of 76, low of 65, showers and storms
Tuesday: High of 77, low of 63, some sun, shower
Wednesday: High of 74, low of 60, mostly sunny