Thanksgiving Travel Trouble: Big Weather Changes Coming

Get ready for a weather rollercoaster! After a few warm days, a cold front is on its way to central Pennsylvania. This sudden change could make Thanksgiving travel a bit messy. First, there will be rain on Tuesday. It will start around 11 a. m. and last until midnight. The rain might slow down pre-holiday travel, but it won't be too heavy. Expect about a quarter to a half inch of rain, though some places might see up to an inch. Then, on Wednesday, temperatures will rise to the mid-60s. But don't get too comfortable! A powerful cold front is coming. It will bring strong winds, dropping temperatures fast. By Wednesday night, the weather will take a sharp turn. Wind gusts of 35-45 mph are expected on Thursday and Friday. This will make it feel much colder than it actually is. Wind chills on Thanksgiving morning will be in the low teens to mid-20s. By Friday morning, it could feel as cold as the single digits to upper teens. The cold air will also bring lake effect snow. This could cause heavy snow and strong winds, leading to blowing and drifting snow. Northwestern counties might see six or more inches of snow. Travelers on the interstate should be alert for sudden snow squalls. These could reduce visibility quickly and cause snow to pile up on roads. These dangerous travel conditions are expected to last through Friday night. But don't worry, things will improve by Saturday morning. Winds will calm down, and the lake effect snow will stop. There might be a brief break in the precipitation on Saturday before another system approaches on Sunday. This could bring a mix of rain and snow by the end of the weekend.