Philadelphia residents prepared for a winter storm with increased supplies of salt, shovels, and ice melt as sleet and snow blanketed the city, leading to several accidents and city efforts to maintain safe travel conditions.
Light rain showers mixed with sleet are affecting the D.C. region on Boxing Day, with a winter weather advisory in effect for parts of Maryland. Most areas will stay above freezing, but some northern regions may experience icy conditions. The weather is expected to improve by midnight, with temperatures rising into the 40s over the weekend and another round of rain forecast for late Sunday.
Several communities in Pennsylvania have declared snow emergencies ahead of a winter storm expected to bring light snow and sleet, with emergency periods varying by location from December 26 to December 27, 2025.
A mix of snow, sleet, and rain is impacting Philadelphia, causing hazardous road conditions, travel delays, and a challenging cleanup, with temperatures dropping to 30°F and most snow falling as sleet, prompting safety warnings and speed reductions on major highways.
A winter storm is expected to impact Maryland on Friday, with a mix of freezing rain and sleet causing slippery conditions, especially north of I-70, leading to a First Alert Weather Day. The storm will end early Saturday, followed by a gloomy weekend and a significant temperature drop early next week with strong winds and cold temperatures. Travel conditions may be hazardous, particularly on untreated surfaces and bridges.
A brief wintry mix with freezing rain, sleet, and snow is expected in Minnesota late Sunday night into early Monday morning, with potential slick conditions during the commute, followed by a significant warm-up leading up to Christmas with temperatures 10-15 degrees above normal and possible snowpack disappearance in southern Minnesota.
A messy nor'easter is expected to bring heavy rain, sleet, and snow to Massachusetts and New Hampshire, with gusty winds and potential flooding. The storm will start as sleet late Wednesday and progress to snow Thursday before dawn, with 2-4 inches expected in northern Worcester County and higher amounts in the lower Merrimack River Valley. Cool air and clouds will linger through Friday and Saturday, but dry skies and warm weather are anticipated for the eclipse and Red Sox home opener early next week.
Upstate New York is expected to experience a wintry mix of snow, sleet, freezing rain, and rain today and Saturday, with the heaviest snowfall anticipated in the Adirondacks. Winter weather advisories have been issued across the region, with potential hazards including plowable snow, light ice or sleet accumulations, and flooding rains. The precipitation is likely to cause icing on roads, especially before and just after sunrise, and cold temperatures will persist through the weekend before a return to spring-like conditions on Monday.
A quick-moving storm system is bringing intense weather to Lower Michigan, with thunder and lightning possible along with heavy snow, sleet, and rain. The precipitation is expected to move out quickly, with temperatures rising above freezing after it ends. Travelers are advised to wait until after the precipitation stops before hitting the road, as conditions are expected to improve rapidly.
A winter weather advisory covering 62 counties in Michigan is in place, with different areas experiencing varying types of winter precipitation, including snow, sleet, and freezing rain. The advisory is expected to end at different times across the state on Thursday, with hazardous driving conditions likely in certain areas due to snow accumulations and icy glaze. The southern third of Michigan is not expected to have wintry road conditions due to temperatures above freezing.
Winter storm watches and warnings are in effect for South-Central Pennsylvania as a winter storm is expected to bring snow, sleet, and rain. Light rain will develop Monday evening, changing to snow between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. on Tuesday. Moderate to heavy snow is possible during the morning commute, with expected snow totals ranging from a coating to 2 inches in southern areas to 5 to 8 inches in northernmost counties. Winter storm watches and warnings are in effect for several counties, and residents are advised to stay weather aware and check for updates.
A winter storm is forecasted to bring a mix of snow, sleet, and rain to South-Central Pennsylvania, starting Monday night and continuing through Tuesday. The storm is expected to impact the region, with northern and northwestern counties likely to receive more snow than southern areas. Residents are advised to stay weather aware and can access updates through the WGAL app.
Western Massachusetts is experiencing snowy and slippery road conditions with wet roads and sleet sticking to the ground, with more snow, sleet, and freezing rain expected. Temperatures are around 30 degrees, and a Winter Weather Advisory is in place for several counties until Wednesday evening, urging caution and allowing extra time for clearing snow and driving.
Metro Detroit is expected to experience an icy morning commute on Tuesday, with snow, sleet, and freezing rain possible. Freezing rain is anticipated to affect the entire area, with ice accumulation likely between 2 a.m. and 8 a.m. The mix of snow and sleet is forecasted for areas north of M-59, while areas south of that line can expect a mix of rain, snow, sleet, and freezing rain. The transition to rain is expected in the afternoon, but slight temperature fluctuations could impact the changeover, potentially leading to more snow than rain in northern counties. Residents are advised to stay updated on the evolving storm situation and to use the 4Warn weather app for the latest forecasts.
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for parts of Kansas and Missouri as freezing rain and sleet are expected to create slick road conditions for Monday morning's commute. Temperatures will remain below freezing until late morning, when the wintry mix is expected to transition into rain. Up to 0.10" of ice is possible, prompting caution for those traveling and the need to monitor road conditions.