Central Pennsylvania residents can expect a transition
from intense heat
to a more unsettled weather pattern today, with afternoon thunderstorms and a potential for heavy rainfall.
A heat advisory remains in effect
for some southern counties until 7 p.m. Thursday, but temperatures will gradually moderate over the next few days.
A slow-moving frontal boundary will trigger scattered
showers and thunderstorms this afternoon
, primarily between 2 and 8 p.m.
Meteorologists warn of locally heavy rain, with the potential for isolated small hail and gusty winds.
The heat advisory
covers an area that includes parts of Cumberland, Franklin,
Adams
and Perry counties.
The weekend forecast
suggests a continued unsettled pattern with daily chances of afternoon and evening thunderstorms.
Saturday will likely see more widespread shower activity, while Sunday may offer a brief respite from precipitation. An approaching cold front will bring renewed storm chances on Monday and Tuesday.
Current weather radar
Weather reports
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Flood watch in place for parts of central Pa. because of impending storms
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Heat advisory continues across central Pa. with scattered storms, muggy conditions
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Heat advisory issued for part of Pennsylvania for Thursday
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Weather alert issued for strong thunderstorms in central Pa. until early evening
Generative AI was used to produce an initial draft of this story, which was reviewed and edited by PennLive.com staff.
