Allentown is starting Thursday cloudy and near 48 degrees, but the quiet morning will not last. Showers are expected to increase by late morning, followed by periods of rain and thunderstorms through the afternoon. The storm could drop three-quarters of an inch to an inch of rain across parts of the Lehigh Valley.
Thunderstorms Arrive By Late Morning
The National Weather Service in Mount Holly forecasts a high near 58 degrees Thursday, with a 100% chance of precipitation. A few storms may produce brief heavy downpours, gusty winds or small hail, although forecasters characterize the overall severe-weather threat as marginal.
Rain showers will remain likely Thursday night as temperatures fall to around 37 degrees. Drivers should expect wet roads and reduced visibility, especially during the afternoon and evening commute.
Friday Turns Colder With A Rain-Snow Mix Possible
Friday brings another round of rain, a high near 45 degrees and northwest winds of 10 to 15 mph. Gusts could reach about 25 mph, making the day feel colder than the thermometer suggests.
The forecast is a sharper turn from Hoodline’s earlier Allentown weather outlook, which had left more uncertainty around the late-week system. Friday night could see rain mix with snow as temperatures drop to about 31 degrees, though meaningful accumulation is not expected in Allentown.
Weekend Chill Gives Way To Sunshine
Saturday may begin with a brief rain-and-snow mix before skies turn mostly cloudy, with a high near 47 degrees and northwest gusts up to 25 mph. Sunday looks like the first cleaner outdoor-planning day, bringing partly sunny skies and a high near 50…