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Weather Update for Franklin County 1/17/2025

Free Press Weather

Good morning, Chambersburg! Here’s your latest weather update to help plan your day and week ahead.

Today’s Weather: Friday, January 17, 2025

  • Conditions: Mostly cloudy with periods of sunshine.
  • High: 42°F
  • Low: 30°F
  • Wind: Light, around 5-10 mph.
  • Chance of Precipitation: 10%.

While it will feel chilly, it’s a great day for some brisk outdoor activities. No weather alerts in effect.

Tomorrow’s Weather: Saturday, January 18, 2025

  • Conditions: Partly sunny during the morning, with increasing cloud cover in the afternoon.
  • High: 44°F
  • Low: 33°F
  • Wind: 5-10 mph.
  • Chance of Precipitation: 20%.

It’s shaping up to be another calm day, but don’t forget a coat if you’re heading out early!

7-Day Forecast

Sunday, Jan 19: Mostly cloudy with rain showers likely in the afternoon. High: 41°F, Low: 34°F.
Monday, Jan 20: Rain turning to snow showers in the evening. High: 37°F, Low: 27°F.
Tuesday, Jan 21: Cloudy and brisk with scattered snow showers. High: 33°F, Low: 25°F.
Wednesday, Jan 22: Partly sunny and cold. High: 34°F, Low: 22°F.
Thursday, Jan 23: Mostly clear skies. High: 38°F, Low: 26°F.
Friday, Jan 24: Mild and sunny. High: 42°F, Low: 29°F.
Saturday, Jan 25: Increasing clouds with a chance of evening rain. High: 45°F, Low: 32°F.

Weather Alerts

  • None currently in effect for Chambersburg. We’ll update you if anything changes.

Stay warm and safe, and have a fantastic weekend! Keep checking in for daily updates on Franklin County’s weather.

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Who We Are

The Franklin County Free Press, established by Vicky Taylor in 2019, emerged as a beacon of local journalism for the residents of Franklin County. Under Vicky's leadership, it quickly became an essential source of news, particularly at a time when major newspaper publications were increasingly overlooking local coverage.

On January 1, 2022, the torch was passed to Nathan Neil and his firm, Neil Publishing, LLC. Neil, a local entrepreneur with multiple thriving businesses in Chambersburg, shares Vicky's fervent commitment to both the community and the world of local journalism.

Rooted in the heart of Franklin County and powered by its residents, the Franklin County Free Press continues to bridge the gap, ensuring that the local stories, events, and issues that matter most to the community remain in the spotlight.