North Penn Weather Authority

Few Snowfall Predictions Published as Weather Models Diverge on Track of Storm

The consensus held by numerous weather models earlier in the week has begun to deteriorate as we approach the arrival of this storm.  There are two possible tracks for the storm:  One shows the storm tracking slightly more inland, which would bring in more warm air from offshore, meaning a higher likelihood of a wintry mix in Philadelphia and moderate snowfall North and West.  The other pushes the storm center further out to sea, bringing more snow to Philadelphia and potentially very heavy snow North and West.  Most local meteorologists seem to be waiting for models to settle out and reach more of a consensus before posting snow totals.  However, the National Weather Service in Mt. Holly, NJ has the following "Most Likely" snowfall map posted, showing 4-6" for upper and central Montgomery County, with 6-8" for lower Montgomery and points South.  These totals only include snowfall totals through 8:00AM Saturday Morning, 

The Weather Channel has also posted a map, albeit with a less precise, wider-area view showing the Philadelphia area in either the 8-12" or 12-18" range:

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