NYC Snow Update: Heavy Wet Snow, Icing Concerns, and Cold Air - December 14, 2025

Current Snow Conditions and Roadways

• 🌨️ Jersey City is experiencing heavy wet snow, with roadways treated and appearing wet, but cars need to be cleared off.
• ⚠️ Reports indicate four to six inches of snow accumulation in the area, with concerns about snow-encased power lines and vulnerable branches.
• 🧊 Crews are working to keep roads clear, with a primary concern being icing overnight due to slushy conditions on back porches and front steps.

Storm Impact and Observations

• 🚗 In Staten Island, light snow is still present, and video shows a very heavy wet snow that is messy and requires vehicles to be cleared.
• 💡 South Amboy is also dealing with power outages, and the brutally cold temperatures pose a risk for staying warm.
• 💨 Current observations show temperatures around 28°F with a northwest wind at 14 mph, leading to winter driving conditions.

Radar and Future Forecast

• 🛰️ The current radar shows a line of snow, with light snow at the broadcast center and in Staten Island, but breaks in Union, Hudson, Pose, and Morris counties.
• 📈 Areas like Suffolk and parts of the Jersey Shore are experiencing significant snowfall rates, while Ocean County sees a slight break.
• 🥶 Behind the snow, cold air is expected to take over, with wind chills potentially reaching sub-zero by tomorrow morning, leading to further icing.

Preparedness and Safety

• ❄️ The forecast indicates potential for 12 inches of snow by 4:30 PM, with wind chills around 2-3°F by tomorrow morning.
• ✅ It is crucial to get things as dry as possible due to expected icing, especially with the first night of Hanukkah and the busy holiday season.
• ⚠️ The report emphasizes the importance of staying warm and safe, with another update expected in about an hour.