PENNSYLVANIA — The National Weather Service has issued a series of winter weather alerts across Pennsylvania as a strong storm system moves into the region late Sunday and into Monday, raising the possibility of widespread travel disruptions and school closures early next week.
Central and South-Central Pennsylvania are under Winter Storm Warnings for Sunday into Monday as snow from a coastal nor’easter spreads inland. Counties including Dauphin, Adams, York, Lancaster, Lebanon and Cumberlandare expected to see several inches of snow, with warnings in effect from early Sunday through mid-day Monday. In some southeastern counties — including Philadelphia, Delaware, Chester, Montgomery and Bucks — snow totals of 10–16 inches or more are possible under the storm system.
In addition to warnings, a Winter Storm Watch is in place for adjacent counties, signaling that conditions are favorable for heavy snow and hazardous travel during the same period.
According to forecasts and public weather maps, snow is expected to begin Sunday morning and continue through Monday, with the heaviest snow likely occurring Sunday night into early Monday. A mix of snow and rain could precede accumulating snow, particularly in eastern and southeastern parts of the state.
Officials warn that roads could become slick and dangerous, with snow and blown snow reducing visibility and creating hazardous conditions for buses and cars. The timing of this storm — overlapping with the Monday morning commute and early school hours — raises serious concerns about safety for students and staff.
Why Schools Could Close Multiple Days
- Sunday-Monday Snowfall: With significant snow expected Sunday night into Monday, many school districts may cancel Monday classes outright to keep students home during the worst conditions.
- Lingering Road Issues Early Week: Even after the main snowfall ends, plowed roads and bridges may remain icy or untreated Tuesday morning — especially in rural and hilly parts of the state — leading districts to extend closures or delay openings for safety.
- Additional Snow Chances Midweek: Forecast maps show a continued chance of snow showers Tuesday night and Wednesday, meaning travel challenges could persist and prompt further rolling closures if accumulation occurs.
School authorities across Pennsylvania are closely monitoring conditions and will announce specific closure or delay decisions as forecasts update, but residents should prepare for multiple days of disruption to the normal school schedule early next week as winter weather impacts the state.
