Bitter Cold and Wind Blast Tri-State Area, Snow Possible for New Year's Eve

Frigid Temperatures and High Winds

• 🥶 Real-feel temperatures are expected to be in the teens and 20s on Tuesday due to powerful winds.
• 💨 Winds are gusting between 40 to 50 mph, with a wind advisory in effect through 6 p.m. on Tuesday.
• 🌡️ Overnight wind chills are projected to be as low as 19°F in the city and potentially single digits north and west of the city.

Cold Snap Continues into New Year

• ❄️ The cold air is expected to persist through the start of 2026, with highs remaining in the low to mid-30s.
• 📈 This forecast is generally 10 degrees colder than normal for this time of year.

New Year's Eve Weather Outlook

• 🌨️ A few snow showers are anticipated to start Wednesday, the last day of 2025.
• ✨ Passing snow showers are possible at midnight to welcome 2026, potentially making it the coldest ball drop since 2017-2018.
• 🥶 The real feel temperature at midnight is expected to be in the low 20s.

Storm System Impact

• 🌪️ A strong storm system is responsible for the wintry weather in Maine and lake effect snow to the north and west.
• ☁️ For the Tri-State Area, the primary impacts are cold temperatures and strong winds, with partially clearing skies.
• ⚠️ While some flurries are possible tonight northwest of the city, skies are expected to dry out overnight.