New Year's Eve Weather Forecast: Cold, Snow Showers in NYC

New Year's Eve Weather Outlook

• ❄️ Expect a cold finish to the year with temperatures around 28 degrees Fahrenheit.
• 💨 A west wind is present, and while a dog wind advisory has been discontinued, conditions can still be tough.
• ☁️ Some clouds are overhead as the final day of 2025 begins, with sunrise expected around 7:20 a.m.

Late Night Snow Showers

• 🌨️ A clipper system may bring snow showers to the area late tonight, particularly north and west through about 10:00 p.m.
• ⚠️ While not widespread or high impact, these snow showers could lead to potential slick conditions on roads and surfaces.
• 📈 Accumulations are expected to be minimal, ranging from a trace to an inch at best, with slightly more expected in eastern Suffolk County and north of 84.

New Year's Day Cold and Wind

• 🥶 Temperatures will feel colder due to wind chills, with teens expected north and west and 20s in the city around midnight.
• 🌬️ The first day of 2026 will start with 25 to 35 mph winds, making for a very cold start to the year.
• 🧣 It's advised to bundle up for any New Year's plans, including inaugurations and block parties.

December Weather Recap

• 📉 December 2025 is shaping up to be the coldest December in 15 years, with this cold air mass expected to persist.
• 🎉 The weather team is preparing for festivities, with a snazzy suit and matching turtleneck noted.