Good morning, Franklin County! Here’s your local weather update for Chambersburg, PA, to help you plan your day and week ahead:
Today (Thursday)
- Now: Rain is falling and temperatures are around 49 °F (10 °C).
- Today’s forecast: A breezy day overall, with morning rain (possibly heavy) followed by thunderstorms and additional thundershowers this afternoon. The rain will be helpful but could also lead to ponding on roadways.
- High/Low: High near 62 °F (17 °C), low around 46 °F (8 °C).
- Heads-up: If you’re out and about, allow extra travel time for slick or flooded spots. Afternoon thunderstorms may reduce visibility or cause brief disruptions.
Tomorrow (Friday – Halloween)
- Expect a morning shower in some areas, then mostly windy with a mix of clouds and sunshine.
- High/Low: High around 55 °F (13 °C), low near 43 °F (6 °C).
- Tip: For trick-or-treaters: dress in layers and secure any lightweight decorations — gusty winds could blow things around.
7-Day Outlook (Saturday through next Thursday)
- Saturday: Breezy start, then intervals of clouds and sunshine. High ~58 °F (14 °C), low ~41 °F (5 °C).
- Sunday: Some sunshine, high ~58 °F (14 °C), low ~38 °F (3 °C).
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high ~57 °F (14 °C), low ~39 °F (4 °C).
- Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, high ~60 °F (16 °C), low ~38 °F (4 °C).
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high ~57 °F (14 °C), low ~34 °F (1 °C).
- Thursday: A couple of morning showers possible, then clouds and sun. High ~56 °F (13 °C), low ~38 °F (3 °C).
- General trend: After today’s unsettled weather, conditions will become much calmer and mostly dry. Temperatures will stay cool — especially overnight.
What to Know & Prepare
- Today only: The main alert is for the rainfall and thunderstorms — watch for ponding on roads and possibly reduced visibility during storms.
- Wind: Tomorrow will be windy — a good idea to secure outdoor items (especially for Halloween).
- Chilly nights: Overnight lows drop into the 30s to low 40s through the week; if you’re doing early morning activities or headed outside at night, plan a jacket or extra layer.
- Outdoor plans: Saturday through Tuesday look favorable for getting outside — dry, cooler, and comfortable. Wednesday and beyond remain good, with just a chance of a morning shower next Thursday.
