Philadelphia, PA – Sunday’s winter storm dropped 9.3 inches of snow in Philadelphia, marking the city’s largest single snowfall event since the January 2016 blizzard.
According to the National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly, the storm broke Philadelphia’s daily snowfall record for January 25, surpassing the previous record of 8.5 inches set in 2000. Officials said the snowstorm ranks as the city’s most significant one-day accumulation in nearly a decade.
Snowfall totals were measured at Philadelphia International Airport, where climate records are maintained. The National Weather Service also reported that season-to-date snowfall in Philadelphia now stands at 15.7 inches, well above the normal 9.0 inches for this point in the winter season.
The storm’s impacts extend beyond snow totals. Forecasters warned that well below-freezing temperatures and near record-breaking cold are expected to persist through the week and into the weekend. The prolonged cold is expected to keep snowpack in place, increasing the risk of icy roads and sidewalks even after plowing operations conclude.
Road conditions across Philadelphia may remain slick, particularly on secondary streets and untreated surfaces. Commuters heading out early in the week are urged to allow extra travel time as crews continue snow removal and temperatures prevent melting.
The National Weather Service emphasized that all regional climate stations are now running above normal snowfall for the season, underscoring the severity of this winter pattern.
Residents are encouraged to dress for extreme cold, limit time outdoors when possible, and check on vulnerable neighbors as the cold stretch continues.
