Philadelphia is under a moderate snow event with several inches expected across the city. Travel is likely to be slow and slick, especially this morning and into midday.
Expected totals
Most current forecasts are calling for around 4 to 6 inches of total accumulation in Philadelphia, centered along the I‑95 corridor. Some forecast products frame this as a 3 to 6 inch range, with only a small chance of reaching higher amounts over 6 inches.
Timing and conditions
Snow began overnight and is expected to taper off by late morning to around midday, with the heaviest snow in the early morning hours. Roads are expected to be snow covered and slippery during the morning, with blowing snow and falling temperatures this afternoon making it feel even colder and slowing melting.
Simple range summary
- Likely storm total today: about 4–6 inches in most of the city.
- Lower amounts (1–3 inches) are more likely closer to the coast and higher amounts are unlikely but not impossible (low probability of 6+ inches).
For the most precise neighborhood‑level details and any last‑minute changes, checking an up‑to‑the‑minute local forecast or radar map is recommended.