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Update

Aside Saturday, September 20, 2014 6:29 am GFS

It looks like there will be even more sun today and tomorrow (Sunday) than previously forecast.  Look for high temperatures Saturday near 78 and near 83 on Sunday!

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Theweatherguy has been posting weekend weather and storm forecasts online since 1995.


theweatherguy's forecasts from 1995 through 2004 were part of the Bicycle Club of Philadelphia Web Site


theweatherguy's forecasts from 2004 through 2014
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I am not a meteorologist and I provide this information as a hobby and for entertainment (mostly my own :-) .

While attempts are made to predict the weather as best as I can, use these forecasts at your own risk! I cannot be responsible for any direct or indirect consequential injury/damages due to your use of these forecasts.

Always check the NWS Official Forecast for your final plans.

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