Forecast models regarding a potentially impactful nor’easter this weekend in Philadelphia remain unclear as meteorologists assess the storm’s trajectory. The system, which is anticipated to develop overnight Sunday into Monday, could bring snow, rain, or a wintry mix to the region, depending on its path.
Currently, forecasters are keeping a close eye on a “potent low pressure system” that may evolve into a significant nor’easter along the East Coast beginning Sunday. FOX Weather has noted that while there is uncertainty surrounding the storm’s exact route and timing, it is expected that the coastal low will approach the region on Sunday morning, likely reaching Philadelphia around lunchtime.
The expected offshore low will collide with dropping temperatures, settling into the 30s, which will play a crucial role in determining the precipitation type for the Philadelphia area—whether it be predominantly snow, rain, or a combination of both. FOX Weather warns that guidance indicates the possibility of the storm “bombing out” offshore, leading to significant snowfall, coastal flooding, and gale-force winds affecting major metropolitan areas from the Mid-Atlantic region to southern and eastern New England.
As the coastal storm is predicted to persist through Sunday evening and into Monday morning, residents should prepare for potentially hazardous commuting conditions.
Leading up to this storm, Philadelphia will experience mild and dreary weather, aiding in the melting of lingering snow from previous weeks. Temperatures are forecasted to hover in the 40s through Friday, accompanied by mostly cloudy skies and occasional rain. This mild spell will give way to sunny conditions on Saturday, with highs reaching the 50s, before a notable drop in temperature back into the 30s occurs on Sunday and in the days that follow.
Overall, while the uncertainty of the storm’s impact looms, residents can take heart in the warmer weather leading into the weekend, allowing for some respite before caution is warranted as winter weather returns.