Pennsylvania greets the first days of 2026 with crisp air, gray skies, and cold pavement that feels unforgiving underfoot. Winter Weather remains firmly in control across the Philadelphia region as temperatures hover near freezing and light snow stays on the radar.
According to the National Weather Service, morning temperatures sit in the low 20s, with wind chills dipping into the teens at times. Clouds dominate early, though brief breaks appear later in the day. Highs climb only into the mid-30s, limiting daytime melting and keeping surfaces cold.
A slight chance of snow continues through the period, with the best window arriving late Saturday into early Sunday. Accumulation looks minimal, but even light flakes can quickly create slick conditions on bridges, ramps, and untreated side streets. I-95, I-76, and Route 1 commuters should remain alert, especially after sunset.
Saturday stays mostly cloudy and cold, with highs near 33 degrees. As temperatures fall back into the 20s, any moisture left on roads may refreeze. This setup raises concern for black ice, a frequent culprit for early-January crashes.
Sunday trends brighter, with more sunshine and highs near 36 degrees. While that brings a slight daytime thaw, colder evening temperatures may once again refreeze damp surfaces. Conditions may deteriorate quickly after dark despite calmer winds.
Meteorologists note colder-than-average air persists across the Northeast, even as warmer conditions build far to the south. That contrast keeps winter hazards active here through the first weekend of 2026.
📅 Five-Day Outlook — Philadelphia, PA
- Today: Cloudy, cold, high near 34
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy, high near 33
- Saturday Night: Slight snow chance, low near 25
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 36
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, high near 34
