Daily Forecast for Friday, August 3rd, 2018

Daily Forecast for Friday, August 3rd, 2018

Once again a fairly dreary day is expected across much of the area today with temperatures in the 70s and 80s. A flash flood watch continues through the evening hours for areas in Central and Northeast Pennsylvania. An area of rain will likely develop over Central Pennsylvania this morning that could lead to the potential for heavy downpours. Below is a look at the future radar valid 10:00 AM: 

There is a MARGINAL RISK for severe weather today for the eastern half of Pennsylvania. As we move forward into the evening hours, thunderstorm cells will begin to develop. These cells do have the potential to turn severe, with the primary threat being damaging winds in excess of 60 MPH, along with flash flooding. Below is a look at 5:00 PM this evening: 

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Josh Adams is the founder and lead forecaster of Pennsylvania Weather Action, a regional forecasting site he launched in 2015. With over a decade of experience analyzing weather patterns across Pennsylvania, his forecasts have reached millions of readers throughout the state. Josh specializes in Pennsylvania’s complex microclimates and terrain-driven weather patterns, providing detailed coverage of severe thunderstorms, winter storms, and flooding events. His forecasting focuses on delivering precise, timely information to help Pennsylvanians stay informed and prepared during impactful weather. Last Updated: March 10, 2026