Brutal Cold Hits Philadelphia After Warm Weekend

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After a warm weekend, the Philadelphia region is set to experience brutally cold temperatures on Monday, with a high of only 35 degrees. The cold weather will be accompanied by mixed skies, with sunny conditions to start the day giving way to increasing clouds in the afternoon. A wintry mix is expected to move in overnight and continue into Tuesday morning, leading to a NEXT Weather Alert for the morning commute.

Why it matters

The sudden shift in weather conditions from a warm weekend to a bitterly cold Monday is a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of spring weather in the Philadelphia area. The potential for wintry conditions during the morning commute on Tuesday also highlights the need for residents to stay informed and prepared for changing weather patterns.

The details

Temperatures on Monday will range from the upper 20s in the mountains to the low to mid-30s across the rest of the region. Clouds will increase throughout the day, leading to a few snow and rain showers at night. The wintry mix will continue into Tuesday morning, with a light wintry mix possible across the entire area before transitioning to rain showers in the afternoon.

• Monday: Bitter cold. High 35, Low 21
• Tuesday: NEXT Weather Alert for early mix. High 41, Low 28
• Wednesday: Morning showers. High 57, Low 37
• Thursday: Warmer showers. High 66, Low 42
• Friday: Few showers. High 62, Low 45

What’s next

The NEXT Weather Alert for Tuesday morning's commute will provide residents with up-to-date information on the potential for wintry conditions and any necessary precautions.