Philadelphia weather: Rain and snow showers, snow squalls on the way Thursday morning
PHILADELPHIA - Commuters may want to be extra cautious when hitting the road early Thursday morning.
A fast-moving winter storm from the north is expected to bring messy conditions with precipitation and high winds.
Rain and snow showers are expected to roll in late Wednesday night, until early Thursday morning.
However, accumulation will be low with a slight coating in Philadelphia and just an inch or two in the mountains.
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The official start of winter is still several weeks away, but harsh cold temperatures and bouts of snow have made their way into the forecast.
FOX 29's Sue Serio says wind will be the biggest factor with gusts reaching up to 50 mph.
Snow squalls are also possible, reducing visibility for drivers. Squalls can feel like blizzards, not always lasting very long, but scary if you're caught in one. Be alert for warnings to come through on your phone and heed any advice to get through the event.
A wind advisory has already been issued throughout the entire Delaware Valley and across New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and into New York state beginning 6 a.m. and ending at 10 p.m. Because the gusts will be so strong, in the tropical storm force range, falling branches and scattered power outages are likely. Those who have holiday displays in their yards will want to secure those items.