AccuWeather: Today is the pick of the week in Philadelphia region

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- After morning clouds and drizzle the sun returns along with near record warmth.

TUESDAY: It's foggy and damp this morning. The breeze picks up as the skies clear and the sun returns this afternoon. High 61.

WEDNESDAY: Some sun followed by increasing clouds, and another round of rain, high 53.

THURSDAY: It's brighter and breezy with a more seasonable high of 46.

FRIDAY: We'll have a mix of sun and clouds with the chance for a sprinkle or flurry around. It's brisk and chilly, high 42.

SATURDAY: As the winter solstice arrives, it certainly feels like winter with a good deal of sun and a cold high of 36. We're keeping our eyes on a storm offshore.

SUNDAY: The coldest air of the season arrives! Despite plenty of sunshine, temperatures only hit a high of 29. Bundle up!

MONDAY: Sunny, but still very cold, high 31.