Sizzling 80s: Enjoy a Beautiful Tuesday in the Philadelphia Area

Updated on: June 16, 2026 / 7:31 AM EDT / CBS Philadelphia

Get ready for a stunning start to the week with plenty of sunshine covering the Philadelphia region on Tuesday.

A gorgeous late spring day awaits, with highs in the 80s in the city and 70s at the shore.

A gentle increase in humidity can be expected in the evening and overnight into Wednesday, although just a few more clouds may develop.

Following a lovely beginning of the week, the heat and humidity will begin to rise by the middle of the week.

By Wednesday and Thursday, a new system is heading our way and a few showers and thunderstorms may pop up in the area on Wednesday.

Thursday has been designated as a NEXT WEATHER ALERT day, as the front moves through during the afternoon.

Heating up to the 90s with higher humidity will set the stage for a few strong to severe storms Thursday. These severe weather events could produce heavy rain, gusty winds, and some small hail.

The tornado threat appears to be low, but we'll continue to monitor the situation closely.

Summer officially begins in just a week's time, with the sun rising on Sunday, June 21, at 4:24 a.m.

The NEXT Weather team is tracking the weather forecast for the World Cup match in Philadelphia on Friday, June 19.

Currently, a high of 79 is expected for kickoff at 8:30 p.m., and the previously forecasted showers and clouds are now expected to clear out.

Tuesday: Beautiful skies. High 81.

Wednesday: Maybe a rumble? High 84, low 63.

Thursday: NEXT Weather Alert for gusty storms. High 93, low 70.

Friday: Clearing skies, pleasant temps. High 84, low 72.

Saturday: Sunny. High 85, low 66.

Sunday: Partly cloudy. High 87, Low 65.

Monday: Partly sunny. High 85, low 68.