Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Cold weather will continue across the Mid-Atlantic as another surge of arctic air settles into the region, bringing a chance for light snow late tonight and renewed snow potential later this week.
According to the National Weather Service in Philadelphia/Mount Holly, light snow is possible late tonight, mainly across Delaware, southern New Jersey, and portions of eastern Maryland. Forecasters say accumulations are expected to be a coating to less than one inch, but even minimal snowfall could create slick spots on untreated roads due to cold surface temperatures.
Overnight lows are forecast to fall into the 20s, with daytime highs Wednesday through Friday ranging from 23 to 35 degrees, remaining well below seasonal averages. The cold pattern is expected to persist as additional arctic air arrives this weekend.
Major travel corridors including Interstate 95, Interstate 295, Interstate 76, Interstate 676, and U.S. Route 13 may be impacted by patchy slick conditions late tonight and during the early morning commute. Officials caution that bridges, overpasses, and secondary roads are most susceptible to icing when light snow occurs in cold conditions.
Thursday is expected to remain mostly sunny but cold, offering a brief break from precipitation. Attention then turns to Friday, when increasing clouds and gusty winds may accompany scattered snow showers or snow squalls. While confidence in accumulation remains low, brief reductions in visibility could impact travel during the afternoon and evening.
The National Weather Service emphasized that rapidly changing conditions are possible, even without a significant storm system. Drivers are encouraged to slow down, allow extra following distance, and remain alert for sudden changes in visibility.
Students, commuters, and early-shift workers traveling along I-95 and surrounding highways should monitor local forecasts closely, especially overnight and during peak commute hours.
This forecast is based on guidance issued Wednesday afternoon and will be updated as conditions evolve.
