Winter Storm Warning: Measurable Snowfall Hits Philadelphia Area – Forecast Inside

A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for the Philadelphia region, remaining in effect until Sunday morning. The area is expected to experience significant snowfall, particularly during the early hours of Sunday.

Weather Forecast Overview

Precipitation will start as rain but will transition to snow, with the heaviest snowfall anticipated between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. on Sunday. South Jersey and the Shore are expected to change to snow last.

Areas Under Winter Storm Warning

• Philadelphia
• Camden County
• Burlington County
• Delaware County
• Gloucester County
• Parts of Chester, Bucks, and Montgomery Counties

Snow Accumulation Expectations

Regions within the warning area can expect the following snowfall totals:

Snowfall is predicted to decrease rapidly from west to east, starting between 6 and 7 a.m. in the Lehigh Valley and the nearby counties. In Philadelphia and along the I-95 corridor, snow is expected to conclude between 7 and 9 a.m.

Cold Front and Temperatures Ahead

Following the snow, a stark temperature drop is anticipated. Monday will see daytime highs around 30 degrees, with wind chills making it feel much colder, in the teens and low twenties. After approximately 60 hours of freezing temperatures, a slight warming trend will occur on Tuesday, with highs reaching above freezing.

By Wednesday, temperatures are forecasted to rise into the low to mid-40s, and Thursday may bring even warmer conditions with highs in the low to mid-50s. This temperature increase will be short-lived as a cold front approaches, bringing scattered showers and a return to cooler weather.

Seven-Day Forecast Summary

Residents are advised to stay indoors during the peak of the winter storm and monitor the weather closely for updates from El-Balad.