Thursday Snowfall To Impact Philly Area Commute: Latest Forecast

PENNSYLVANIA — The latest storm front in a suddenly busy weather winter season arrived early Thursday, with the rain forecasted for much of the region likely to turn to snow as the morning progresses.

Up to 2 inches of snow could fall from early morning until around 2 p.m., according to forecasters. Philadelphia and the surrounding southeastern Pennsylvania suburbs are all forecasted to receive 1 to 2 inches.

"Snowfall forecast for today hasn't changed much," the National Weather Service said. "Rain will change to snow this morning from west to east. Watch out for slippery conditions. Cold wind chills will follow for tonight and Friday."

Forecasters warn to allow for extra commute time, and slippery, icy road conditions are likely.

A winter weather advisory is in place through 1 p.m.

Forecasters note that while it is not considered a "major" winter storm, the timing could lead to delays and difficulties driving.

More snow is possible again overnight Friday heading into Saturday.

Here's the latest forecast for the weekend:

Thursday

Snow, mainly before noon. High near 40. North wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Total daytime snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.

Thursday night

Mostly cloudy, with a low around 15. North wind around 10 mph.

Friday

Partly sunny, with a high near 26. North wind around 10 mph.

Friday night

A chance of snow after 1 a.m.. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 13. North wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Little or no snow accumulation expected.

Saturday

Mostly sunny, with a high near 28. North wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light in the afternoon.

Saturday night

Mostly cloudy, with a low around 18.

Sunday

Mostly sunny, with a high near 35.

Sunday night

Partly cloudy, with a low around 20