by Pennsylvania will face rainy and chilly conditions starting midweek as a coastal storm develops near New Jersey. The Memorial Day weekend forecast also includes a mix of clouds, showers, and gradual improvement, with Monday shaping up to be the best day.
What Happened
After a sunny and seasonable start to the week across Eastern Pennsylvania and the Northeast, a coastal storm is expected to bring widespread rain and raw weather conditions by midweek.
This change is part of a larger weather system tracking from the Midwest toward the East Coast.
Key Details
- Monday: Partly to mostly sunny across Eastern PA to Southern New England. Highs in the low to mid 70s.
- Tuesday: Mainly sunny but cooler. Highs in the upper 60s to low 70s.
- Wednesday: Rainy, windy, and chilly. Highs mostly in the 50s.
- Thursday: Continued rain and overcast skies. Showery conditions with highs again in the 50s.
- Rainfall Totals: RegionExpected RainfallPennsylvania1.5 to 2 inchesNew Jersey & Hudson Valley1 to 1.5 inchesLong Island & SE New England1.5 to 2 inches
Reactions or Statements
Meteorologists note that the storm’s track has shifted slightly south and east in recent model runs. While this reduces the chance for a full May nor’easter, the region will still experience dreary and wet conditions midweek.
Winds from the east and northeast will contribute to the raw, chilly feel, especially along the coast.
What’s Next
Improvement will be slow heading into the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Highs in the upper 50s to low 60s.
- Saturday: Partial sunshine possible. A stray shower can’t be ruled out. Highs in the 60s.
- Sunday: More sunshine, fewer clouds. Isolated shower possible. Highs in the 60s.
- Monday (Memorial Day): Best day of the weekend. Sun and highs in the upper 60s to low 70s.
FAQs
Will the midweek storm become a nor’easter?
Recent forecasts show the storm staying slightly south and east, lowering the chance for a true nor’easter, but it will still bring heavy rain and wind.
How much rain is expected in Pennsylvania?
Most areas can expect between 1.5 to 2 inches of rainfall by Thursday.
Is Memorial Day weekend a washout?
No. While Friday and Saturday will be cloudy with occasional showers, Sunday and Monday should be drier with more sunshine.
What will temperatures be like this week?
Highs will range from the 50s during rainy days to the 60s and 70s on clearer days.
Will all parts of Pennsylvania be equally affected?
Eastern and southeastern parts of the state will likely see the highest rainfall amounts, but much of the state will experience rain and cool temperatures.
Summary / Final Takeaway
A coastal storm will bring gloomy, rainy weather to Pennsylvania by Wednesday, lasting through early Thursday.
The Memorial Day weekend will start off slow, but conditions are expected to gradually improve. Monday remains the best bet for outdoor plans, with dry skies and mild temperatures.
