A winter weather advisory has been issued for the Philadelphia area, excluding the Lehigh Valley and Poconos. This alert is effective from 7 p.m. Saturday until 1 a.m. Sunday. Residents can expect measurable snowfall, marking the first significant snow since February.
Weekend Weather Forecast for Philadelphia
Snowfall is forecasted to begin late Saturday and continue into Sunday morning. The region may witness between 2 and 4 inches of snow, with the heaviest accumulation expected along the I-95 corridor, including Philadelphia and areas to the east. Initial precipitation may start as rain or a mix but will quickly transition to snow.
Timing and Impacts
The weather system is predicted to bring snow to Philadelphia between 8 and 10 p.m. on Saturday. As the storm moves eastward, it will exit the shore by Sunday morning, between 8 and 10 a.m. However, travel conditions may remain dangerous due to blowing snow and snow-packed roads as cold air settles in.
Wind and Temperature Changes
- Northwest winds may gust up to 30 mph on Sunday.
- Snow squalls are expected in the Poconos and surrounding counties later that day.
After the storm, an Arctic air mass will sweep in. Temperatures are forecasted to drop into the 20s, with wind chills potentially making it feel like the teens or single digits through Monday.
Looking Ahead
Temperatures should gradually rise after Monday, reaching the 50s by Friday. It’s important to note that we are still officially in fall, with winter set to begin on December 21.
7-Day Forecast Overview
| Day | Forecast | High / Low |
|---|---|---|
| Friday | Mostly Sunny | 37 / 26 |
| Saturday | Snow at Night | 43 / 26 |
| Sunday | Morning Snow | 32 / 31 |
| Monday | Arctic Blast | 30 / 18 |
| Tuesday | Bitter Cold | 35 / 21 |
| Wednesday | Not as Cold | 45 / 25 |
| Thursday | Mild | 52 / 35 |
Stay tuned for further updates as the weekend approaches. El-Balad will provide you with the latest weather information and safety alerts.
