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Weather Update for Franklin County 10/12/2026

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Chambersburg will warm into the 80s this week before temperatures drop into the 50s over the weekend. Showers and a thunderstorm are possible Wednesday, with more showers expected Friday.

Today: Monday, October 12

Spotty drizzle early this morning will give way to a mix of clouds and sunshine this afternoon. The high will be near 73°F, with an overnight low around 52°F.

Tomorrow: Tuesday, October 13

Morning fog could reduce visibility. Otherwise, expect partly sunny skies and a high near 83°F. Tuesday night’s low will be around 64°F.

7-Day Forecast

DayForecastHighOvernight low
Monday, Oct. 12Early drizzle, then clouds and sunshine73°F52°F
Tuesday, Oct. 13Morning fog, then partly sunny83°F64°F
Wednesday, Oct. 14Warm and humid; showers and a thunderstorm possible, mainly later84°F59°F
Thursday, Oct. 15Partly sunny, cooler and less humid68°F58°F
Friday, Oct. 16Mostly cloudy and breezy with showers74°F46°F
Saturday, Oct. 17Windy and cooler with clouds and sunshine55°F38°F
Sunday, Oct. 18Clouds and sunshine54°F40°F

Source: Chambersburg weather forecast retrieved Monday morning, October 12. Forecast details may change.

Alerts and Travel Concerns

Tuesday morning’s fog may affect the commute. Showers and thunderstorms could affect outdoor plans Wednesday, while windy conditions are forecast for Saturday.

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