Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – A developing winter storm could bring snow and strong winds to parts of eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey late Saturday into Sunday, with potential travel impacts along major roadways including Interstate 95, I-76, and the New Jersey Turnpike.
According to the National Weather Service in Philadelphia/Mount Holly, forecast confidence remains moderate due to uncertainty in the storm’s exact track. Current guidance favors a system developing off the Southeast coast Saturday before tracking north and east on Sunday, which could keep the highest impacts closer to coastal areas. However, officials caution that even small shifts could significantly change snowfall totals inland.
Forecast probabilities show a 30–40% chance of 5 inches of snow or more near and southeast of the urban corridor, including areas near I-95 and I-295. Snow chances decrease to around 20% in the Poconos, where impacts may be more limited.
Forecasters note that very cold air will already be in place, meaning snow is favored over rain for most locations. In addition to snowfall, the system could bring strong winds and coastal flooding, particularly along shore-adjacent communities and roadway segments prone to tidal impacts.
Travel conditions could deteriorate rapidly late Saturday night and early Sunday, especially on untreated roads, bridges, and elevated surfaces. Commuters and weekend travelers are encouraged to monitor updates closely if planning trips along major highways.
This outlook may be especially relevant for commuters, students, and workers with Sunday travel plans.
The National Weather Service emphasizes that details will continue to evolve and urges residents to check weather.gov/phi for the latest, location-specific forecasts as the weekend approaches.
