New York Weather Forecast: Fog, Freezing Rain, and Warm-Up - January 6, 2026

Evening Weather Conditions

• 🌃 Tonight, expect a "yucky" night with mist and drizzle in New York City, where temperatures are currently 38 degrees.
• 🌫️ Fog has set up in New York City with visibility at 3 miles, but other areas like Brick and Toms River are experiencing visibility as low as 0.3 miles.

Morning Commute Concerns

• 🚗 By 6 a.m., New York City's visibility could drop to 0.25 miles due to fog, especially for those commuting from the east.
• ⚠️ Commuters traveling from the north could encounter freezing rain, potentially leading to minor ice accumulation and slick spots.
• 🧊 Pockets of freezing rain are present around Kingston and Poughkeepsie, with temperatures near 31-33 degrees, increasing the risk of slick conditions.

Mid-Week and Weekend Outlook

• 💨 Wednesday is expected to be drier and breezy after the morning precipitation clears.
• ☀️ Thursday is forecast to be the best day of the week, with clear conditions.
• 🌧️ A new bout of rain is anticipated for Friday and Saturday, accompanied by warmer temperatures in the 50s.

Temperature Trends

• 🔥 A significant warm-up is expected, with temperatures reaching near 50 degrees on Wednesday and continuing into the 50s through the weekend.
• 🌡️ Enjoy the warmer temperatures, but be aware that the weekend warmth comes with the return of rain.