TLDR;
The weather forecast discusses lingering showers and snow from a storm system, followed by breezy conditions and a chilly night. Temperatures will gradually increase, with a beautiful afternoon expected tomorrow. The forecast also mentions pollen levels and dry conditions for the next week. Additionally, there's a segment on tree planting initiatives and Earth Day celebrations.
- Lingering showers and snow gradually clearing.
- Windy and cold today, beautiful afternoon tomorrow.
- Dry conditions expected for the next week.
- Tree planting initiatives and Earth Day celebrations.
Lingering Showers and Windy Conditions [0:03]
A strong storm system brought heavy rain and flooding overnight, with lingering instability showers expected to continue through the early afternoon. The storm system is still affecting parts of New England and generating snow showers in upstate New York. These showers will move towards the mountains before the system fully clears out.
Temperature Forecast and Wind Chill [0:37]
Drier air will move in, leading to clearing skies overnight, but winds will remain strong. Temperatures will not change much, eventually reaching the low 50s, with a high around 51-52 degrees in Philadelphia. The night will be chilly, with temperatures dropping into the 30s. Wind chills will be a factor, with values in the 20s for Philadelphia and teens further north and west.
Mid-Week Weather Outlook [1:57]
As the sun rises, temperatures will increase, leading to a beautiful afternoon with temperatures climbing to 61 degrees and abundant sunshine. Thursday will bring more cloud cover but also milder conditions, with temperatures near the seasonal average of 68 degrees.
Pollen Report and Dry Conditions [2:40]
Pollen levels are currently in the medium or moderate category for trees, grass, weeds, and molds, and are expected to increase as dry air settles in. Dry conditions are expected to persist through Monday of next week, with the next chance of rain arriving on Tuesday evening.
Spring Weather and Tree Planting Initiatives [3:24]
The weather will reach 71 degrees soon. PECO is launching a tree planting program called Relief with a $200,000 donation to the Horticultural Society. People in Wilmington planted trees in honor of Earth Day, which falls on April 22nd. Young volunteers were also honored with awards. CBS is celebrating Earth Day with coverage and a list of local observances on CBSPhilly.com.