State College, Pennsylvania – The first widespread snow of the season will sweep across central Pennsylvania late Monday night, delivering several hours of slick, hazardous travel and likely slowing the Tuesday morning commute from Clearfield to Lancaster.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, Winter Weather Advisories begin between 1 and 3 a.m. Tuesday across much of the region. Most areas will see 2 to 4 inches, with 3 to 5 inches possible in Montour and Northumberland counties. Heavier bursts near an inch per hour may develop toward daybreak. Higher elevations east of US-15 and north of the I-81/I-78 corridor could exceed 6 inches.
Travel will deteriorate rapidly before sunrise along I-80, US-322, and I-81, with roads in Warren, McKean, Centre, Blair, and Dauphin counties becoming snow-covered quickly. Farther south, including Adams, Franklin, York, and Lancaster counties, snow may mix with sleet or freezing rain, producing a light glaze that increases the risk on bridges and overpasses.
PennDOT urges motorists to slow down, allow extra braking distance, and prepare for difficult conditions during the early morning hours. Even light icing could make sidewalks and steps slippery.
Snow will taper by early afternoon, though icy patches may persist into midday Tuesday. Winter Weather Advisories remain in effect through 1 p.m. Tuesday.
