Cold weather advisory in effect in Philadelphia Tuesday, tracking another storm. Here's the forecast.
Don't expect the snow and ice on the ground around the Philadelphia region to go anywhere Tuesday. Frigid temperatures continue to be in place across the area, with a cold weather advisory still in effect through 10 a.m. Wednesday.
After we start the day with subzero wind chills in spots, temperatures will not rise above the mid-20s in the warmest part of the day, with wind chills that will feel like 10-12 at best.
Expect this trend to continue through the week.
In fact, our forecast for the final five days of January had the average temperature at 13.2 degrees. If that stands, it will be the coldest final five days in January ever.
NEXT big weather change
It may only get colder. Thursday into Saturday, highs may only reach the teens with single-digit lows — this could be the coldest five-day stretch in over 30 years.
In addition, we are watching for the potential of another coastal storm this weekend. The models are all over the place run to run, but there is a signal that a storm will be present late Saturday into Sunday.
The question is, will it be close enough to the coast to bring us more snow? The way this winter has progressed, we have to at least entertain the possibility of another snowmaker.
As of Tuesday morning, our models show we could get some snow along the coast and possibly light snow inland — but remember, the trend could change.
This is something we'll be watching closely over the next several days. The best advice is to stay with the NEXT Weather team for frequent updates each day to plan and prepare for the weekend.
As for the storm Sunday, it brought the most snow we've had in a decade, with 9.3 inches reported at Philadelphia International Airport. The last storm that had more was 22.4 inches in January 2016.
Sunday's snow was also a record for the day of Jan. 25. This breaks the old daily record of 8.5 inches, which was set in 2000.
Where to find warming centers around Philadelphia
Philadelphia has activated an Enhanced Code Blue due to the extremely cold temperatures. The city activates an "enhanced" alert when a Code Blue lasts more than three nights in a row. Because of the enhanced alert, the Office of Emergency Management has opened multiple warming centers throughout the city.
The centers are free and open to the public. People who need help or see someone in need of help during this cold weather event can also call 215-232-1984.
Bucks County issues a Code Blue whenever temperatures drop below 20 degrees, but could also issue the alert based on other cold-weather factors. Information about shelter openings can be found on the Housing Link website.
Residents who need temporary shelter, food and clothing during the winter can call 211 or text their zip code to 898-211 for immediate assistance.
During a Code Blue, residents in need of shelter are encouraged to visit one of Delaware County's weather advisory relief centers.
During a Code Blue, the county has additional resources for people experiencing homelessness, including access to temporary warming shelters, food and clothing. Anyone who needs help with temporary shelter during the cold can call the Your Way Home Call Center at 610-278-3522.
New Jersey
Active Code Blue declarations are listed by county on New Jersey 211's website.
The site also includes a list of available warming centers in each county.
Delaware
In Delaware, Code Purple Shelters can provide emergency housing during severe winter weather. Shelters for the state's counties can contact at the following numbers:
- New Castle County – 302-652-8033
- Kent County – 1-800-733-6816
- Sussex County – 302-519-0024
- Or call 2-1-1
Here's your 7-day forecast:
Tuesday: NEXT Weather Alert for Arctic cold. High 21, Low 10
Wednesday: NEXT Weather Alert for Arctic cold. High 21, Low 9
Thursday: NEXT Weather Alert for Arctic cold. High 19, Low 6
Friday: NEXT Weather Alert for Arctic cold. High 19, Low 2
Saturday: NEXT Weather Alert for Arctic cold. High 23, Low 2
Sunday: NEXT Weather Alert, snowstorm? High 28, Low 16
Monday: NEXT Weather Alert, still frigid. High 30, Low 16
