Watch rain and snow move across Philadelphia in real time. This live weather radar shows the last two hours of precipitation and a short-term forecast - so you know exactly when the next shower arrives.
Philadelphia - Conditions right now
Will it rain in Philadelphia soon?
No significant rain is expected in the next hour. Conditions look dry - a good window to head outside.
Rain chance over the next 12 hours
How to read the radar
Drizzle or light rain. Usually no umbrella needed for a short walk.
Steady rain. Roads get wet and visibility drops a little.
Downpour. Surface water builds up quickly - take care driving.
Torrential rain or storms. Possible flooding and strong gusts.
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About the Philadelphia weather radar
Philadelphia lies in Pennsylvania, United States. This live radar is centred on Philadelphia and also covers nearby places such as New York City, Washington, Pittsburgh.
A reliable rain radar is genuinely useful for planning your day. This live precipitation map combines real-time radar with a short-term nowcast, letting you see not just where it is raining now, but where the rain is heading next.
Use the timeline below the map to scrub back through the last two hours, or press play to watch the weather move. The green "Now" marker separates observed radar from the forecast frames. Adjust the opacity slider to see place names and coastline beneath heavier cells.
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Where is Philadelphia?Get accurate weather forecasts for Philadelphia, located at latitude 39.952 and longitude -75.164. Stay updated with localized weather information tailored for Philadelphia.