Philadelphia residents and visitors should be aware of low water levels on the tidal Delaware River. The National Weather Service warns that strong northwest winds may push water levels 2 to 3 feet below average, potentially causing navigation issues through early Friday morning. Mariners are advised to be cautious around low tides to avoid running aground.

The National Weather Service warns, The low water levels may cause navigation problems around the time of low tide this through Friday morning. This could affect areas like Reedy Point, Philadelphia Coast Guard Station, Burlington, and Trenton. While strong winds and low tides are expected, no further low water hazards are anticipated as winds are expected to decrease after this period.

Philadelphia’s weather today will be partly cloudy with a high of 36°F and northwest winds at 5 to 10 mph. Snow is possible after 1 am, with less than an inch of accumulation. Temperatures will stay in the mid-30s to low 40s through the weekend, with lows in the mid-20s. The current temperature is 25°F, with a wind chill of 13°F. Sunny skies are expected after the snow, according to the National Weather Service.