Winter Weather Advisory in effect from 7 PM this evening to 11 am EST Wednesday...
This Afternoon
Partly sunny...then thickening clouds. A slight chance of snow towards evening. Highs in the mid 30s. Light and variable winds...becoming southeast around 5 mph. Chance of snow 20 percent.
Snow...changing to sleet and freezing rain after midnight. Snow and sleet accumulation of 2 to 4 inches. Ice accumulation of up to one quarter of an inch. Lows in the upper 20s. East winds 10 to 15 mph. Gusts up to 30 mph from the southeast on the ridges. Chance of precipitation near 100 percent.
Wednesday
Rain or freezing rain early...then rain showers likely or a chance of snow showers in the afternoon. Little or no additional snow and ice accumulation. Highs in the upper 30s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph...becoming south 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation near 100 percent.
... Winter Weather Advisory in effect from 7 PM this evening to 11 am EST Wednesday...
The National Weather Service in State College has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for snow and mixed precipitation... which is in effect from 7 PM this evening to 11 am EST Wednesday. The Winter Storm Watch is no longer in effect.
Developing low pressure over the Southern Plains will track northeast into the Great Lakes tonight and Wednesday. This system will spread snow into the area this evening... followed by a wintry mix later tonight. 2 to 4 inches of snow will likely accumulate tonight before the changeover.
A thin coating of ice from freezing rain will occur on top of the sleet and snow.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow... sleet... or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities... and use caution while driving. Motorists should be especially cautious on bridges and overpasses... where slippery spots develop first. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of weather information for the latest updates. Additional details can also be found at... weather.Gov/statecollege.
High Wind Watch
Statement as of 1:57 PM EST on December 08, 2009
... High wind watch in effect from late Wednesday afternoon through daybreak Thursday...
The National Weather Service in State College has issued a high wind watch... which is in effect from Wednesday afternoon through late Wednesday night.
A strong cold front will push east from the Ohio Valley Wednesday... crossing the western mountains of Pennsylvania late in the day Wednesday. Strong westerly winds will develop in the wake of this front as much colder air surges into the region.
Sustained... west winds will average 25 to 30 mph... with potential gusts between 50 and 60 mph. The possibility of a thin coating of ice remaining on trees and power lines from our upcoming winter storm could lead to wind damage and power outages from lesser wind gusts.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A high wind watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high wind event. Sustained winds of at least 40 mph... or gusts of 58 mph or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.