Winter storm brings snow to East Mountains
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Winter begins at the end of December, and soon, plenty of Philadelphians could be shoveling snow off their cars and sidewalks.
A developing storm system could bring the first significant winter weather of the season to the Philadelphia region early next week, with forecasters watching whether a potential nor’easter forms off the East Coast.
As of publication, the expected amount is roughly 3 inches, according to the National Weather Service’s expected snowfall forecast found on their website here. That amount is comparable to much of the state, though central and north-central Pennsylvania may expect closer to 4 or 5 inches.
The forecast for the Philadelphia Eagles' pivotal clash against the Chicago Bears on Friday is calling for ice-cold conditions.
Philadelphia has been stuck in a snow drought, with four straight winters of below-average snowfall. But there is some hope for snow lovers this season.
Tuesday's morning rush hour may be impacted by snow accumulations up to an inch in Philadelphia, Trenton, and Wilmington.