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Weather Update for Franklin County 2/11/2025

Free Press Weather

Good morning, Franklin County! Here’s your weather update for Chambersburg and the surrounding areas:

Today (Tuesday, February 11): Expect snow to begin in the late morning, with accumulations between 2 to 4 inches. Untreated surfaces may become slippery, so please exercise caution while traveling. The high will be around 35°F (1°C), with a low near 27°F (-3°C).

Tonight: Snow will continue into the evening, tapering off after midnight. Roads may remain slick, so plan accordingly if you’re out late.

Tomorrow (Wednesday, February 12): Considerable cloudiness is expected, with a bit of sleet and freezing rain developing in the afternoon. Highs will reach approximately 33°F (1°C), with lows around 31°F (0°C). Be prepared for potentially hazardous driving conditions due to ice.

7-Day Forecast:

Severe Weather: Franklin

Tue, Feb 11, 2:00 PM – Wed, Feb 12, 7:00 AM

Winter Weather Advisory in effect from 2:00 PM EST until Wednesday, 7:00 AM EST. Source: U.S. National Weather Service

Currently 28° · Mostly cloudy

Chambersburg, PA, United States

Mostly cloudy
Snow beginning in the late morning, accumulating 5-10 cm; untreated surfaces will be slipperyToday35°27°Snow beginning in the late morning, accumulating 5-10 cm; untreated surfaces will be slippery
Considerable cloudiness with a bit of sleet and freezing rain in the afternoonWednesday33°31°Considerable cloudiness with a bit of sleet and freezing rain in the afternoon
Periods of rain in the morning; otherwise, milder with clouds breaking for some sun, becoming breezy in the afternoonThursday50°23°Periods of rain in the morning; otherwise, milder with clouds breaking for some sun, becoming breezy in the afternoon
Mostly cloudy and colder; a powerful storm to impact the area this weekend; check AccuWeather oftenFriday38°26°Mostly cloudy and colder; a powerful storm to impact the area this weekend; check AccuWeather often
Periods of rain, freezing on surfacesSaturday38°32°Periods of rain, freezing on surfaces
Intermittent wet snow in the morning; mostly cloudySunday43°19°Intermittent wet snow in the morning; mostly cloudy
Very cold with sunshine and a few cloudsMonday26°16°Very cold with sunshine and a few clouds

Severe Weather Alert:

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 2:00 PM today until 7:00 AM Wednesday. Snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches are expected. Plan for slippery road conditions, which could impact both the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes. Please slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest travel, roadway, and traffic conditions, visit 511pa.com.

Stay safe and warm, and keep an eye on local updates for any changes in the forecast.

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The Franklin County Free Press, established by Vicky Taylor in 2019, emerged as a beacon of local journalism for the residents of Franklin County. Under Vicky's leadership, it quickly became an essential source of news, particularly at a time when major newspaper publications were increasingly overlooking local coverage.

On January 1, 2022, the torch was passed to Nathan Neil and his firm, Neil Publishing, LLC. Neil, a local entrepreneur with multiple thriving businesses in Chambersburg, shares Vicky's fervent commitment to both the community and the world of local journalism.

Rooted in the heart of Franklin County and powered by its residents, the Franklin County Free Press continues to bridge the gap, ensuring that the local stories, events, and issues that matter most to the community remain in the spotlight.