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Weather Update for Franklin County 10/2/2026

Free Press Weather

Franklin County will see warm and humid conditions Friday before temperatures turn cooler this weekend.

Today

Friday will begin with some sunshine before clouds increase. A passing afternoon shower is possible. The high will reach about 84 degrees, with an overnight low near 54.

Tomorrow

Saturday will be cooler and less humid, with partly sunny skies. Expect a high near 68 degrees and a low around 55.

Seven-Day Forecast

  • Friday: Increasing clouds with a possible afternoon shower. High 84, low 54.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny, cooler and less humid. High 68, low 55.
  • Sunday: Mostly cloudy with a chance of afternoon rain. High 63, low 53.
  • Monday: Breezy during the morning, followed by mostly sunny skies. High 69, low 42.
  • Tuesday: Sunny. High 66, low 42.
  • Wednesday: Sunny. High 65, low 47.
  • Thursday: Sunny. High 72, low 51.

Weather Alerts

There were no watches, warnings or advisories in effect for Franklin County as of Friday morning.

Forecast conditions can change. Residents should monitor updates, especially if they have outdoor plans Friday afternoon or Sunday.

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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.

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