Philadelphia Region Faces Showers, Thunderstorms, Flood Watch Amid Warm Weather

Philadelphia and surrounding regions are experiencing a mix of patchy drizzle, showers, and thunderstorms through the week, with rising temperatures and humidity. Monday brought lingering rain showers that caused multiple traffic accidents and delays, as well as downed trees leading to school closures in nearby areas. Weather forecasts predict a heightened chance of thunderstorms, especially Wednesday, with temperatures reaching the upper 80s to low 90s by Juneteenth. Father's Day is expected to be rainy and cooler with isolated to scattered storms, but it won't be a complete washout. The National Weather Service anticipates a heat wave later in the week, marking the first of the season for the Delaware Valley. Conditions should improve toward the weekend with sunnier skies and fewer weather disruptions.