The National Weather Service (NWS) in Mount Holly, NJ, has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the greater Philadelphia area, warning residents of mixed precipitation and potential travel disruptions over the weekend. The advisory is in effect from noon today until 6 a.m. EST tomorrow, covering parts of northern Delaware, southern New Jersey, and east-central and southeastern Pennsylvania.

According to the NWS forecast, snow and sleet could accumulate up to two inches, with potential ice accumulation up to two tenths of an inch. The mixed precipitation is expected to start this afternoon, with "a chance of snow between 1pm and 5pm, then snow and sleet likely," transitioning to rain, freezing rain, and sleet in the evening. Conditions are predicted to worsen overnight. The forecast warns that residents should "Plan on slippery road conditions" and advises travelers to slow down and use caution. For those seeking additional information on current road conditions, the advisory suggests calling 5 1 1.

The detailed forecast for Philadelphia shows a high of 35 degrees Fahrenheit today, followed by a mostly sunny day with a high near 42 degrees tomorrow. Looking ahead, further snow is anticipated on Tuesday with an 80% chance of precipitation, while the remainder of the week remains unsettled, with periodic chances of rain and snow. Temperatures throughout the week will hover in the mid-to-upper 30s, according to the NWS.

For those living in affected areas such as Wilmington, Media, Camden, Cherry Hill, and nearby cities, the advisory remains a crucial notice to be prepared for upcoming weather changes. The NWS further details the geographic scope of the advisory, encompassing New Castle, Salem, Gloucester, Camden, Northwestern Burlington, Berks, Delaware, Philadelphia, Western Chester, Eastern Chester, Western Montgomery, and Eastern Montgomery counties. In addition to roadway cautions, the warning might imply the need for additional preparations such as salting driveways and sidewalks, securing potential outdoor hazards that could become dangerous in icy conditions, and arming vehicles with essential winter gear.