Stroudsburg Snowstorm Forecast Warns of Up to 8 Inches Overnight Into Tuesday, Creating Hazardous Travel Conditions

STROUDSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA — A fast-moving winter storm is expected to sweep across the Poconos and northwest New Jersey late Monday night, with forecasters warning of 4 to 8 inches of snow and sleet by Tuesday evening. The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Carbon and Monroe counties in Pennsylvania, including the Stroudsburg area, as well as Sussex County, New Jersey.

Heaviest Snowfall Expected Early Tuesday Morning

Meteorologists say snow will begin after midnight Monday, becoming heavier toward daybreak Tuesday, when snowfall rates may exceed one inch per hour. The timing lines up with the morning commute, increasing the risk of slick, snow-covered roads across mountain passes, rural routes, and untreated surfaces.

The hazardous conditions are expected to continue into the evening commute as the storm gradually moves east.

Potential Mix of Sleet or Rain in the Afternoon

While the primary precipitation will be snow, the National Weather Service notes that sleet or light rain may briefly mix in Tuesday afternoon, especially at lower elevations. Even with this temporary transition, temperatures will remain cold enough for roads to stay slippery.

Travel Impact: Delays Likely Throughout Tuesday

Officials are urging drivers across the region to:

• Allow extra travel time Tuesday morning.
• Avoid unnecessary travel, especially before plows can catch up.
• Stay alert for quickly changing conditions on mountain roads and bridges.

By late Tuesday night, the snow is expected to taper off, but icy patches will likely persist into Wednesday morning as cold air settles over the region.

A Wintry Start to December

With the first significant storm of the season arriving early, residents across Stroudsburg and neighboring communities are preparing for a snowy start to December — a reminder that winter weather is here and travel precautions are crucial.

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