Philadelphia residents are bracing for a chilly combination of snow and rain this week, according to forecasts from the National Weather Service. Today, cloudy skies will set the stage, with a calm wind turning southwesterly and the chance of snow swinging in post 3 p.m. Accumulation is expected to be meager during the day, less than half an inch, as temperatures hover around a high of 36°F.
The real action, however, kicks in tonight. Snow is on the menu, mainly before the clock strikes 3 a.m., with total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches, with locally higher amounts possible, as per the National Weather Service. As for the dreaded commute, the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning pathways could be slick, so plan accordingly and maybe invest in a sturdier umbrella. The winter weather advisory stretches from tonight at 4 p.m. to 7 a.m. tomorrow, enveloping parts of northern Delaware, southern New Jersey, and southeast Pennsylvania.
Tomorrow, the city is expected to experience a mix of snow and rain, potentially impacting road conditions and overall mood. The high temperature is forecasted to reach 37°F, with a northeast breeze adding to the chill. Rain is likely to persist in the following nights, with temperatures dropping to around 34°F tomorrow and rising to approximately 49°F under mostly cloudy skies on Thursday.
Philly isn't out of the wet woods yet, as Friday promises clear skies but a roll back to a brisk high of 37°F. The weekend's narrative includes more rain likely starting Saturday afternoon, "Rain likely after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 44. Chance of precipitation is 70%," according to the NWS forecast. The certainty of rain mounts to 100% Saturday night, so make indoor plans.
Those with hopes pinned on a dry Washington's Birthday might find some solace, as the forecast hints at "mostly sunny, with a high near 31. Breezy," offering a brief respite from the damp onslaught, as reported by the NWS. For the latest road conditions, travelers can get the scoop by calling 511.
