Good morning, Franklin County! Here’s your local weather update for Chambersburg, PA, to help you plan your day and week ahead:
Today—Tuesday, August 19
- Morning: Spotty drizzle early; otherwise mostly cloudy.
- High: Around 73 °F (23 °C); low tonight near 65 °F (19 °C).
- Description: Brisk morning with wet spots—umbrellas or light jackets could be wise for early hours, with clouds hanging on through the day.
Wednesday, August 20 (Tomorrow)
- Conditions: Mostly cloudy and humid, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms, especially in the afternoon.
- High: Near 80 °F (27 °C); low around 68 °F (20 °C).
- Takeaway: Be prepared for sudden storms—bring rain gear if stepping out.
Rest of the Week (Thursday through Next Tuesday)
| Day | Weather Snapshot | Temperature (High / Low) |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday | More clouds than sun, generally pleasant. | ~73 °F (23 °C) / ~60 °F (16 °C) Weather.govCBS News+2Weather.gov+2 |
| Friday | Sunny and warmer. | ~84 °F (29 °C) / ~58 °F (14 °C) |
| Saturday | Partly sunny with scattered thunderstorms possible. | ~83 °F (29 °C) / ~66 °F (19 °C) |
| Sunday | Humid, clouds and sun with chance of afternoon storms. | ~78 °F (26 °C) / ~63 °F (17 °C) |
| Monday | Morning thunderstorms possible, more showers later. | ~80 °F (26 °C) / ~58 °F (14 °C) |
| Tuesday (8/26) | Morning showers in places, then mostly sunny. | ~78 °F (26 °C) / ~54 °F (12 °C) |
Weather Alerts & Safety Notes
- There are currently no active weather alerts or advisories for Franklin County or Chambersburg—no severe weather watches or warnings in effect.
- That said, scattered thunderstorms are expected at times—especially tomorrow (Wednesday), Saturday afternoon, Sunday afternoon, and Monday morning. These can bring brief gusty winds or heavy rain, so remain alert when those storms develop.
