Tri-State Area Forecast: Cold Front, Snow Chance, and Frigid Weekend Ahead

Current Conditions and Winter Pace

• 🌡️ Today is the warmest of the bunch, with temperatures struggling due to overhead clouds.
• ❄️ We are two months into meteorological winter and currently on pace for our coldest winter in 15 years.
• 🥶 Many weather watchers are reporting frigid cold temperatures, with readings in the low 30s, especially to the north and west.

Weekend Weather Outlook

• ☁️ A significant change in weather is in store for the weekend, with temperatures expected to fall out of the mid-30s and potentially not return until the middle of next week.
• 🌨️ A system moving through by Friday is expected to bring light to moderate snow accumulations, particularly from Friday night into Saturday morning.
• 🌬️ While not an intense snowstorm in terms of accumulation (around an inch expected), the system will pack a punch with strong winds, with gusts potentially reaching 35 to 45 miles per hour.

Impact of Cold Air and Wind

• 🥶 The strong winds behind the system mean cold air will return in a big way, making it unpleasant to be outside.
• 🧊 Expect subzero wind chills first thing Sunday morning, with highs struggling to reach the teens.
• 💸 The cold temperatures and potential for heating bills are noted as not friendly for the heating bill.
• 📈 The coldest temperatures of the next seven days are squarely expected over the weekend.