New York City is bracing for another snow storm beginning late Friday afternoon and continuing into Saturday morning, with the National Weather Service issuing a Winter Storm Warning for the metro area as snow piles up and travel conditions deteriorate during a busy holiday weekend.
According to the latest forecast, snow will start in New York City in the late afternoon Friday, with accumulating snow becoming steadier after 5 p.m. and intensifying into the evening. The storm is expected to continue through early Saturday, tapering off around midday but leaving behind slippery roads and lingering flurries.
Meteorologists say New Yorkers could see between 4 and 8 inches of snow across much of the five boroughs, with locally higher totals possible in the Hudson Valley, northern New Jersey, and parts of Long Island if heavier bands of snow set up. Some forecasts even include a reasonable worst-case scenario of up to 8 to 10 inches in isolated spots.
The timing of the storm during a heavy travel period is a major concern. The Friday evening commute and early Saturday travel could face hazardous conditions as snow quickly accumulates on untreated roads. Officials are warning drivers of reduced visibility, slick surfaces, and the potential for slower speeds or accidents. Public transit users should also be prepared for delays as bus routes and commuter rail lines contend with snow and icy conditions.
Temperatures through the event are forecast to stay below freezing, with highs near 34 °F and lows in the mid to upper 20s, which will keep snow from melting and maintain risky road surfaces. After the snow ends Saturday, cold air will persist, meaning slush and ice could remain on streets and sidewalks well into the weekend.
The areas expected to see the most snow are inland and higher elevation regions, including the Hudson Valley, northern New Jersey, and parts of Connecticut, where totals may exceed what falls in the city itself. Closer to the coast, including parts of eastern Long Island, slightly lower amounts are possible if the storm’s track shifts or mixes with sleet, though snow remains likely.
City officials have already issued a travel advisory for Friday evening through Saturday, urging people to limit driving if possible, use public transportation, and allow extra time for trips. With temperatures staying cold and plows working to clear streets, New Yorkers can expect slow but steady efforts to keep roads passable, even as snow continues to fall.
