Tracking Hurricanes Idalia, Franklin | No impacts expected in Central Pa.

 Right on schedule, the tropics are heating up with two hurricanes we’re keeping our eyes on. Fortunately, no impacts are expected in Central Pennsylvania from either storm. Idalia strengthened into a hurricane early Tuesday morning as it entered the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. This storm is forecast to rapidly intensify to a … Read more

‘Farmers’ Almanac’: Don’t expect a mild winter in central Pennsylvania like last year

After a mild winter last year, central Pennsylvania residents should prepare for a “frosty, flakey and slushy” one this year, according to the “Farmers’ Almanac.” The publication, which has released its 2023-2024 winter outlook, says it “heralds a return of traditional weather” this year.   Continue reading on York Daily Record

Thunderstorms popping up in parts of south-central Pennsylvania

Yesterday’s high was 92 degrees, and we’ll hit the low 90s again today, with high humidity. You may see popup showers or thunderstorm this afternoon or evening. “Clouds have started to bubble up,” said WGAL meteorologist T.J. Springer. “With the instability and so much moisture in the air, not too hard to get these storms … Read more

Next disturbance moves in Monday night in south-central Pennsylvania

Look for mostly sunny skies this afternoon, with highs in the mid-70s. Tonight, clouds will increase, and scattered showers will develop, as low pressure approaches. Lows will be mild, in the mid-50s. Showers continue Tuesday under mostly cloudy skies. East-northeasterly winds will keep temperatures in the upper 50s to 60 degrees. We’ll see clearing late … Read more

Near Record Warmth Across South Central Pennsylvania

Temperatures stay warm tonight with lows in the upper 50s. This is thanks to a light breeze from the southeast coupled with increasing humidity and cloud cover. The record warmest low temperatures for Wednesday is 56º set back in 1910. We’ll be close to that around dawn. There could be some patchy fog developing tonight … Read more

Strong wind gusts expected today in south-central Pennsylvania

Flurries are flying in some areas this morning, but they won’t slow you down. Look for mostly cloudy skies and temperatures in the low-to-mid 30s. It’s already windy, but it will get windier this afternoon. IMPACT DAY: A Wind Advisory is in effect for Lancaster, York, Adams, Franklin, Lebanon, and Dauphin Counties from noon today … Read more

Severe weather could bring flooding to parts of central Pennsylvania

Heavy rain could cause flooding in parts of central Pennsylvania on Wednesday. “This afternoon, we’ll see increasing clouds, a couple of thunderstorms around but I think the heaviest storms will come late this afternoon, into this evening,” said WGAL Meteorologist Christine Ferreira. “We’re going to be watching for heavy rain along and west of the … Read more

Severe weather to begin Thursday afternoon, NWS says

Rainy, potentially dangerous storms will roll into central Pennsylvania on Thursday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. Overnight, the rain will move into the area, with up to three-quarters of an inch of rainfall expected before the morning rush, according to the National Weather Service. Continue Reading on PennLive