Scranton Sees Wintry Mix as Lake Erie Ice Break Looms

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The 10-day weather forecast for The Plot in Scranton, Pennsylvania calls for a mix of wintry precipitation, including snow showers, freezing rain, and rain. Temperatures will range from highs in the 40s Fahrenheit to lows in the 20s. Meanwhile, the colossal ice break on Lake Erie serves as a winter warning for the region.

Why it matters

Scranton and the surrounding region often experience challenging winter weather, and this forecast indicates the area is in for a mix of snow, ice, and rain over the next 10 days. The ice break on Lake Erie is also a reminder of the power of winter weather systems that can impact the Northeast.

The details

The forecast calls for mostly cloudy skies with a chance of snow showers developing overnight on February 13th. Temperatures will range from a high of 33°F to a low of 19°F. Over the next week and a half, the area can expect a mix of precipitation types, including rain, freezing rain, and snow, with accumulations potentially reaching up to 3 inches in some areas. Winds will generally be light, ranging from 5-15 mph.

• On February 13th, overnight snow showers are expected with a low of 19°F.
• On February 14th, there is a 60% chance of snow showers with a high of 42°F.
• On February 18th, there is a 70% chance of rain and snow in the morning transitioning to snow showers late, with a low of 27°F and around 1 inch of snow expected.
• On February 20th, there is a 30% chance of scattered snow showers in the evening with a low of 20°F and less than 1 inch of snow expected.
• On February 24th, there is a 60% chance of occasional snow showers with a high of 34°F and 1-3 inches of snow expected.

What’s next

The National Weather Service will continue to monitor the winter weather system and provide updated forecasts for the Scranton area in the coming days.