NYC Winter Storm: Bitter Cold, Ice, and Snow Cleanup Forecast

Storm Impact and Forecast

• ❄️ The recent storm brought significant snowfall, with Central Park recording over 11 inches, surpassing the 1905 record for the date.
• 🧊 In addition to snow, some areas experienced up to an inch of ice pellets and a glaze of freezing rain, making travel hazardous.
• 💨 Winds gusted around 21 mph, contributing to the challenging conditions and the need for a major cleanup.

Lingering Snow and Cold

• 🌨️ Scattered snow showers and light freezing drizzle are expected to continue into Monday morning, with potential for additional light snow, especially north and east of the city.
• 🥶 A bitterly cold cleanup is anticipated for Monday, with wind chills in the teens.
• 🌬️ The deep freeze is expected to last for at least 8 to 11 days, with temperatures remaining frigid throughout the week.

Storm Totals and Regional Impact

• 📈 Storm reports indicate significant accumulation, with areas like Danbury, CT, receiving 15.5 inches and Bayonne, NJ, reporting 13.5 inches.
• 🗺️ Areas north and west of New York City, such as Newburgh, could see totals approaching 18 inches.
• 🌊 The coastal low pressure system is heavily impacting eastern Massachusetts, with Boston expecting 18 to 24 inches of snow.

Looking Ahead

• ☀️ Monday afternoon may see some breaks in the clouds, but another disturbance could bring a flurry in the afternoon hours.
• 📅 The 7-day forecast shows a deep freeze persisting all week, with a potential system to watch for next weekend.
• ⚠️ While current forecasts are clear for next weekend, meteorologists will continue to monitor coastal systems.