WEATHER ALERT: Snowstorm to Have 'Significant' Impact on Wednesday Commute

Forecasters are predicting as much as three inches of snow will have a “significant” impact on the Wednesday evening commute throughout Eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

A storm system is expected to bring snow to the region starting Wednesday afternoon and going into the evening, forecasters predict. In areas south and east of Philadelphia, there could be a mix of snow and rain.

Accumulation in Eastern Pennsylvania is estimated to be between two and three inches, according to the National Weather Service. In New Jersey, the southern part of the state could see three inches of snow, with central and northern New Jersey getting about two inches.

According to the National Weather Service, which has issued a hazardous weather outlook for the region, snow will likely start around 4 p.m. Wednesday. Daytime temperatures will peak around 32 degrees, the National Weather Service said. Overnight lows will be in the mid-20s.

(Graphic via The Weather Channel)