First Alert Weather: Sunday Snow Possibility Amidst Extended Cold Snap

Extended Cold Snap

• 🥶 We are in a string of First Alert weather days, with a high likelihood of remaining below freezing for about 9-11 days in a row.
• ⚠️ Morning wind chills are expected to be between 0 to 15 below zero, and sub-freezing temperatures will persist.
• 🧊 Exposed skin can experience frostbite in less than 30 minutes due to the extreme cold.
• 🛣️ Be aware of refreezing overnight as tire friction can melt snow into slush, which then solidifies.

Sunday Snow Potential

• 🌨️ There is a possibility of a snowstorm on Sunday, though models are not in complete agreement.
• 📉 Current forecasts suggest it may be a glancing blow for many, with outer edges bringing some measurable snow.
• 📊 The European model indicates a possibility of 1.2 inches of snow in the city and up to 8.2 inches in the East End, while the GFS model predicts a near-complete miss with zero accumulation for New York City.
• 🔄 Forecasts are subject to change, with updates expected, reflecting the dynamic nature of weather prediction.

Near-Term Forecast

• 🌡️ Temperatures will remain low, with highs only reaching around 20-23 degrees Fahrenheit on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
• 🗓️ The cold air is certain to stay in place through Saturday, with First Alert weather days continuing.
• 📈 Looking ahead, Sunday's forecast remains at 24 degrees, Monday at 31, and Tuesday at 33, indicating a long run of sub-freezing temperatures.
• ⚠️ Sunday is highlighted as a day that merits watching due to the evolving snow predictions.