Synopsis:

Winter is back in full force with snow squalls and chillier temperature across the state.  Bands have been persistent through the western half of the state all day.  Snow showers will taper off  overnight except in the northwestern portion of the state where lake effect snow bands will be in full force through Saturday morning.  The weekend and early next week will feature a few clipper systems and below average temperatures.  Snowfall as of right now looks to be on the light side with only a few inches possible away from the lake. 

Short Term:

Snow squalls are still persistent across much of the western portion of the state.  These bands will likely taper off overnight across much of the state except near the lake shore of Erie.  Accumulations in the snowbelt in Erie and Crawford counties could reach a foot by Friday night.  Winds will be strong which will create blustery and white out conditions.  A weak clipper disturbance will move through Saturday bringing light snow showers across much of the commonwealth.

Long Term:

Models in agreement that temperatures will remain below average heading into Sunday and early part of next week.  Temperatures won't be quite as cold on Sunday as a weak disturbance moves through allowing minor warm air advection.  As that system moves out another clipper from Canada will filter back in bringing light snow showers.  No large systems expected in the forecasting period as well as extreme chill or warmth.