Winter Storm Warning issued for New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland
Mount Holly, NJ – The National Weather Service (NWS) in Mount Holly has issued a Winter Storm Warning in effect from 7 p.m. Saturday, January 24, through 1 p.m. Monday, January 26, 2026. The warning covers a large area across New Jersey, eastern Pennsylvania, northern Delaware, and northeast Maryland.
Forecasters are warning residents to prepare for heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain that could make travel extremely dangerous or impossible through Monday morning. The storm is also expected to bring the threat of power outages caused by ice accumulation on trees and power lines.
Snowfall totals are expected to range between 7 and 13 inches across most of the warning area, with ice accumulation up to three-tenths of an inch. Snow will begin late Saturday evening, intensify Sunday morning, and continue into early Monday. A mix of sleet and freezing rain is expected Sunday night before tapering off by midday Monday. Northeast winds of 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph, may lead to blowing snow and reduced visibility.
The National Weather Service warns that tree damage and power outages are likely, and travel could become nearly impossible at the height of the storm. The hazardous conditions are expected to impact the Monday morning commute.
The storm will affect much of central and southern New Jersey, including Mercer, Monmouth, Ocean, Camden, and Burlington counties, as well as Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, and Delaware counties in Pennsylvania. Portions of Delaware and Maryland, including New Castle, Kent, and Queen Anne’s counties, are also under the warning. Northern and western parts of the region are expected to see heavier snowfall totals, while southern and coastal areas may experience more sleet and freezing rain.
Saturday will be partly sunny during the day with a high near 18 degrees and wind chills as low as -3. Snow is likely after 5 a.m. Sunday with less than one inch of accumulation overnight. On Sunday, snow will develop early, become heavy at times, and mix with sleet by afternoon. Highs will reach around 31 degrees with northeast winds up to 15 mph and gusts to 25 mph. An estimated 6 to 10 inches of snow and sleet are expected.
Sunday night will bring snow, sleet, and freezing rain, with an additional 1 to 2 inches of snow and 0.1 to 0.3 inches of ice possible. Lows will be around 26 degrees. Monday will remain mostly cloudy with a high near 30 degrees and lingering snow or freezing rain in the morning before tapering off.
Officials urge residents to avoid unnecessary travel once snow begins to fall. Those who must travel should keep an emergency kit in their vehicle, including flashlights, blankets, food, and water. Power companies are advising customers to charge devices and prepare for potential outages.
Residents can check road conditions by calling 511 or visiting their state’s transportation website. Local authorities in several municipalities, including Jackson Township, Toms River, and Brick, have already declared states of emergency ahead of the storm.
Officials ask residents to stay informed through local government websites, emergency alerts, and the National Weather Service Mount Holly page at https://www.weather.gov/phi for the latest information.
Key Points:
- Winter Storm Warning from Saturday 7 p.m. through Monday 1 p.m.
- Snow totals between 7 and 13 inches expected, with ice up to 0.3 inches.
- Travel expected to be hazardous or impossible Sunday night into Monday.
- Wind gusts up to 25 mph may cause power outages and tree damage.
- Visit https://www.weather.gov/phi for continuous updates.
