Philadelphia braces for a wintry start to the week as the National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a winter weather advisory for the area. The advisory—which includes the cities of Philadelphia, Pottstown, Mount Holly, and Reading—is set to remain in effect until 10 PM EST this evening. Residents should expect snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches and plan for slippery road conditions.
The snowfall is predicted to steadily increase throughout Monday morning before it begins to gradually taper off by evening. According to the National Weather Service forecast, affected regions should prepare to quickly adjust plans and use caution when traveling. The hazardous conditions are anticipated to impact both the morning and evening commutes. "Plan on slippery road conditions," the advisory warns, indicating a substantial likelihood of disrupting the daily bustle of commuters going and returning from work.
For those in need of updated road conditions, they are advised to call 5 1 1 for the latest state-specific traffic information. The current temperature in Philadelphia hovers around a chilly 29°F with a southwest wind barely pushing 3 mph, indicating a quiet before the expected snowstorm. Visibility remains good at 10 miles, although this could decrease as the snowfall begins to blanket the region.
Looking ahead, the weather is slated to clear up briefly tonight before potential new snow accumulations of less than half an inch. The rest of the week promises a respite from Monday’s snowy barrage with sunny to mostly sunny days and less harsh conditions. Temperatures will hover near freezing during the day, dropping to the lower twenties at night, with Wednesday night expected to drop to a low of around 17°F. "Sunny, with a high near 37," forecasts for a somewhat warmer end to the week on Friday, offering Philadelphians a bit of relief post-snowfall, as reported by the National Weather Service.
