Honestly, if you were hoping for a break from the Pennsylvania winter grind, I've got some bad news. This week in York is looking like a textbook example of "bundle up or stay inside." We are currently sitting at a crisp 30°F, and with that northwest wind kicking at about 6 mph, it feels more like 24°F.
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York PA 7 Day Forecast: The Breakdown
You've probably noticed the light snow falling outside right now. We've got about a 56% chance of precipitation tonight, which is basically nature’s way of making sure your Monday morning commute starts with a scraper in hand.
Sunday, January 18: The Snow Starter
Today is going to stay pretty grey. We’re looking at a high of 33°F and a low that’s going to plummet to 16°F once the sun goes down. There’s a 20% chance of snow during the day, dropping slightly to 15% at night. The wind is picking up too—expect about 11 mph coming from the northwest. The Spruce has also covered this important issue in extensive detail.
Monday, January 19: MLK Day Chill
If you have the day off for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, keep the cocoa hot. It’ll be mostly sunny, which is a nice change of pace, but don't let the blue skies fool you. The high is still stuck at 33°F, and the low is hitting a bone-chilling 12°F. Plus, the wind is amping up to 17 mph from the southwest.
Tuesday, January 20: The Deep Freeze
This is the day you’ll want to check your car battery. Tuesday is the coldest day of the stretch. We’re talking a high of only 22°F and a nighttime low of 10°F. It’ll be sunny, sure, but that’s a "dry, stinging cold" kind of sunny. Humidity is dropping to 40%, so keep the lotion handy.
The Rest of the Week: A Slow Thaw (Sorta)
Wednesday starts a very slight upward trend, but "warm" is definitely not the word I’d use.
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy with a high of 34°F and a low of 11°F.
- Thursday: A bit better at 36°F for the high, dropping to 17°F at night.
- Friday: Back down to 32°F with mostly cloudy skies.
- Saturday: We wrap up the week at 29°F with a low of 13°F.
Basically, we aren't seeing anything above freezing for the lows all week. It's just cold, York.
Survival Tips for the York Cold Snap
Since we are looking at lows in the teens (and even single digits if you factor in the wind chill), you've gotta be smart. Local experts always suggest keeping an emergency kit in your car—especially with that snow chance today. Think blankets, a shovel, and maybe some extra gloves.
If you’re looking for things to do that don’t involve shivering, places like the York Ice Arena or hitting up Vortex Brewing Co. for a heavy winter stout are solid bets. If you absolutely must be outside, Roundtop Mountain Resort is probably loving this weather for their snowmaking.
Keep an eye on the pipes if your house is older. When it hits 10°F on Tuesday night, that’s prime time for things to freeze up if you don't have a little drip going in the faucets.
Your Next Steps
- Check your tires: Cold air makes tire pressure drop. Do it before Tuesday's freeze.
- Salt the walk: That Sunday/Monday snow mix will likely turn into a sheet of ice by Tuesday morning.
- Layer up: If you're heading to downtown York for work, remember that the wind tunnels between buildings will make that 22°F feel a lot worse.
Stay warm out there, York. It’s gonna be a long week.
