Philadelphia, Pa. – The first major winter storm of the season will bring snow, sleet, and rain to the Mid-Atlantic early Tuesday, with hazardous conditions expected for the morning commute northwest of the I-95 corridor. The National Weather Service in Mount Holly reports that areas from the southern Poconos through Sussex County, New Jersey, could see 4 to 8 inches of snow, with rates topping one inch per hour at times.
In eastern Pennsylvania and central New Jersey, snowfall totals of 1 to 4 inches are expected before a rapid change to rain by midday. Philadelphia, Trenton, and Wilmington may see a brief mix of snow or sleet early Tuesday, though accumulations will likely stay under an inch. Heavy rain, totaling around one inch, is expected to continue through the afternoon as temperatures climb above freezing.
The Tuesday morning commute will be most affected, especially for drivers along I-78, I-80, and the Pennsylvania Turnpike, where snow-covered and slick roads could lead to slowdowns and minor accidents. Coastal areas, including Atlantic City and Cape May, will remain mostly rain.
Conditions will improve Tuesday night as precipitation moves offshore, with temperatures remaining above freezing through Wednesday morning.
Winter Weather Advisories and Storm Watches remain in effect for northern New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania through Tuesday evening.
