How does NOAA issue severe storm watches for Lancaster?

The National Weather Service (NWS) monitors atmospheric instability across Pennsylvania. When convective storms, tornado potential, or flash floods are detected, automated NOAA advisories are immediately broadcasted.

What are the best outdoor weather hours in Lancaster today?

Check the 24-hour hourly trend chart above to identify windows of minimal rain probability, low UV index periods, and mild temperatures.

PA, USAZIP 17601Live NOAA Station

Lancaster, PA

Llovizna•Sensación térmica 58°F-1° wind chill

61°F/56°F

7 mph 57°

80%Humedad

60°F

National Weather Service High-Resolution Rapid Refresh (HRRR)

Actualizado: 09:00 AM (America/New_York)

Daily Meteorological Briefing

Lancaster, PA

Synthesized forecast and practical day-planning insights

NOAA HRRR Stream

Periodic rain showers and wet ground are observed across Lancaster, PA today.

Current temperature is 60°F (feels like 58°F), with daytime highs reaching 61°F and overnight lows around 56°F. Humidity is at 80%, with atmospheric pressure steady at 1024.8 hPa.

Keep an umbrella handy if heading outdoors and expect minor roadway spray.

Daily Range

Δ 3° Variation

Rain Likelihood

Active Showers

Solar Exposure

UV 0.5 • Moderate

24-Hour Temperature & Rain Outlook

Hourly temperature progression and precipitation probability

Temp (°F) Rain (%)

Pronóstico por Hora

Next 16 Hours

Now

61°F

27%

1 AM

60°F

27%

2 AM

60°F

23%

3 AM

60°F

55%

4 AM

59°F

87%

5 AM

58°F

94%

6 AM

58°F

63%

7 AM

57°F

53%

8 AM

56°F

47%

9 AM

56°F

69%

10 AM

57°F

72%

11 AM

60°F

59%

12 PM

59°F

41%

1 PM

60°F

32%

2 PM

60°F

33%

3 PM

61°F

30%

Pronóstico de 10 Días

Extended 10-day meteorological outlook

10-Day Range

Hoy

22 sept

94%

56°F

61°F

mié

23 sept

18%

51°F

64°F

jue

24 sept

47°F

65°F

vie

25 sept

23%

44°F

70°F

sáb

26 sept

15%

46°F

71°F

dom

27 sept

49°F

73°F

lun

28 sept

51°F

74°F

mar

29 sept

54°F

78°F

mié

30 sept

11%

56°F

82°F

jue

1 oct

21%

59°F

83°F

Weather Details & Observations

Real-time atmospheric measurements and environmental indicators

Live Feed

Índice UVLow

0.5 / 11+

No protection neededPeak 0.5

Viento57°

7 mph

Wind Gusts:19 mph

Conditions:Gentle breeze

Sun CycleDaylight

Sunrise06:52 AM

Sunset07:02 PM

Solar Noon:12:54 PM

HumedadHumid

80%

Punto de Rocío:54°F

PresiónSteady

30.26 inHg

Trend:Stable (+0.1 hPa)

VisibilidadClear

11.7 mi

Haze:Minimal

Air Quality Index (AQI)Good

39US EPA Standard

Air quality is ideal for outdoor activities.

PM2.513 µg

OZONE46 µg

PM1013 µg

Daily Lifestyle & Activity Index

Practical recommendations tailored to current local conditions

Outdoor SportsGood

Pleasant conditions for light outdoor activities.

Car WashNot Advised

Precipitation expected in the forecast over the next 24 hours.

Pollen & AllergyLow Risk

Pollen counts remain in the comfortable range.

Driving SafetyOptimal

Dry pavement and clear visibility throughout.

Sun & Moon • Celestial Dynamics

Solar orbital arc trajectory and lunar cycle visibility

Astronomy Telemetry

Solar Day TrackDaylight Arc

Sunrise02:52 AM

Daylight ~13h

Sunset03:02 PM

Lunar Phase & StargazingNight Sky

Waxing Gibbous

80% Illumination

Stargazing condition: Optimal Visibility

Next Full Moon in ~5 daysTidal Currents Normal

Preguntas Frecuentes sobre el Clima - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

The current weather in Lancaster is around 60°F. Forecast models from NOAA and high-resolution satellite imagery provide 10-day trends and real-time precipitation radars updated every 15 minutes.

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