Harrisburg, Pennsylvania – As warmer air spreads across much of the central and western U.S., Pennsylvania and Maryland are expected to remain locked in a colder-than-normal pattern, with freezing conditions persisting through the opening week of February.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, temperatures across the Mid-Atlantic are expected to run below seasonal averages from Monday through Friday, while precipitation trends near normal. This combination supports cold mornings, limited daytime recovery, and an elevated risk for refreezing.
Across Pennsylvania, the sustained cold may keep untreated roads slick during overnight and early morning hours, particularly in central and northern counties. In Maryland, similar concerns extend from western portions of the state into the Interstate 83 and Interstate 95 corridors during peak commute times.
In the Harrisburg area, daytime highs are expected to remain suppressed, struggling to climb out of the 30s for several days. Any light precipitation that develops could quickly lead to icy patches given the lack of meaningful warming between systems.
Residents are advised to continue cold-weather precautions, including allowing extra travel time, checking heating systems, and protecting exposed pipes. The National Weather Service notes that the colder pattern may linger into midweek, and additional advisories could be issued if precipitation coincides with freezing temperatures.
