The 1 AM runs of the NAM and GFS were similar to the earlier Friday evening runs.  The NAM still has a QPF of over 2 inches water, with the GFS somewhat less.    25-30 inches of snow in PHL, maybe more if the temps stay low and the snow:water ratio increases, and with 30+ inch  amounts possible west and north of PHL and into inland central NJ.

A dry slot is developing over PHL right now (6:45), but the snow will return. 

Both models have the snow tapering during the late afternoon and ending during the evening hours tonight (Saturday).

With tempertures running lower in the areas west of I-95, I’m hoping that the snow won’t stick to power lines, reducing the chances of power outages despite the high winds.  In areas where the temps get near 30 (southern NJ), sticking heavy snow may be more of a problem  with trees and power lines.

I think I’m going to take a break from these forecasts for the rest of the day and enjoy the snow.   If  things change, I’ll update.