After a mild Christmas, a wintry mix threatens the Philadelphia region. Snow, sleet, and ice are expected to arrive Friday night and linger into Saturday morning, prompting a Winter Storm Watch for much of the area.
Winter Storm Watch
A Winter Storm Watch will be in effect from Friday afternoon through Saturday morning, warning residents to prepare for hazardous travel conditions.
Friday, Dec. 26, 2025
Conditions will be cloudy in the morning. Snow will begin moving into the region around 5 p.m., with temperatures dropping to the upper 20s. Throughout the night, a mix of snow and sleet will blanket the area. In zones south of Philadelphia, the storm will start as sleet or freezing rain, while most of the northeast will see primarily snow. Roadways are expected to become icy Friday night into the overnight hours.
Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025
The wintry mix will continue into the morning. By 10 a.m., the storm will largely be over, though lingering flurries and light rain may persist. Saturday afternoon will remain cloudy as the storm moves out, with highs in the low 30s.
Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025
The day will stay cloudy, with highs in the upper 30s. A rain shower is likely in the late evening.
Estimated Snow Totals
- Philadelphia: 1 to 3 inches
- Delaware County/Chester County/South of the AC Expressway in New Jersey: a coating to an inch
- Bucks County, northern Burlington County, north of the Leigh Valley: 3 to 5 inches
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Key Takeaways
- A Winter Storm Watch is active Friday afternoon through Saturday morning.
- Snow, sleet, and ice will arrive Friday night, with 1-3 inches expected in Philadelphia.
- Road conditions will be icy Friday night into Saturday morning.
Philadelphia residents should stay alert and prepare for potentially hazardous travel as the winter storm approaches.
