Daily Forecast for Thursday, January 18th, 2018

Daily Forecast for Thursday, January 18th, 2018

After a very cold start this morning, temperatures today will only rebound into the 20s and 30s throughout the state today with more sun than clouds. 

The good news for people that are looking for warmer weather, it is coming. A January “thaw” is expected beginning this weekend. Temperatures will climb well into upper 30s for Northern Pennsylvania and mid to upper 40s for Southern Pennsylvania. Instead of a pattern that keeps us under a trough allowing for cold Canadian air to sneak into our region, a ridge will begin to develop for this weekend which will allow for a warmer southwesterly flow. 

Josh Adams is the founder and lead forecaster of Pennsylvania Weather Action, a regional forecasting site he launched in 2015. With over a decade of experience analyzing weather patterns across Pennsylvania, his forecasts have reached millions of readers throughout the state. Josh specializes in Pennsylvania’s complex microclimates and terrain-driven weather patterns, providing detailed coverage of severe thunderstorms, winter storms, and flooding events. His forecasting focuses on delivering precise, timely information to help Pennsylvanians stay informed and prepared during impactful weather. Last Updated: March 10, 2026