NYC Winter Storm: 4-8 Inches of Snow Expected Friday Night into Saturday

Winter Storm Forecast for NYC Area

• ❄️ A significant winter storm is anticipated to impact the NYC area from Friday evening into Saturday morning.
• 🎯 Snowfall is expected to range from 4 to 8 inches in the Hudson Valley, northwest Jersey, and parts of Connecticut.
• ⚠️ Coastal areas may experience a wetter snow with lower accumulation amounts due to warmer air.

Temperature Plunge and Cold Air

• 🥶 Temperatures will plummet through Friday evening and into the night, with the 32°F (0°C) line expected to be south of Long Island.
• 📈 Following the storm, a period of super cold temperatures is predicted for late December and early January 2026.
• 🌡️ Daytime temperatures during this cold snap will barely reach 30°F (-1°C), with nighttime lows in the teens and 20s Fahrenheit.

Storm Dynamics and Moisture

• 💨 The jet stream is directing moisture from the Pacific, including atmospheric rivers hitting California, towards the East Coast.
• 🌨️ A secondary push of cold air will coincide with a batch of moisture, leading to significant snow accumulation.
• 🌧️ Warmer storms are expected on Sunday and Monday, bringing rain before another cold spell arrives.