PENNSYLVANIA — A significant lake-effect snowstorm is underway across the northwestern part of the state, where forecasters warn that more than 10 inches of snow may accumulate by early Wednesday morning. While the heaviest totals remain near the Lake Erie snowbelt, lighter but still impactful snowfall is expected across central and northern sections of Pennsylvania.
This is only the first half of a two-part winter storm expected to persist into late week. A second round of snow is forecast to arrive from Wednesday afternoon through Friday morning, potentially adding to already substantial totals across several counties.
Heavy Bands to Focus on Northwestern Counties
The lake-effect setup is strongest across areas near Erie, Edinboro, Meadville, and Warren, where snowfall in excess of 10 inches is anticipated through Wednesday morning. The storm map highlights these northwestern counties within the highest-impact zone, where persistent bands of lake-induced moisture are expected to remain nearly stationary for long periods.
Farther south and east, communities including Butler, Clarion, St. Marys, Dubois, and Indiana fall into more moderate accumulation ranges. While totals here are projected to be lower, travel impacts may still develop as snow increases in intensity during the nighttime and early Wednesday hours.
Central and Eastern Pennsylvania to See Lighter Snow or Flurries
Areas from State College through Sunbury, Williamsport, Lebanon, Reading, and Allentown are projected to experience only light flakes or minor accumulations. While roadways may occasionally become slick, major disruptions are not expected. The southeastern part of the state, including Lancaster and West Chester, remains largely outside the heavier snow bands…