Winter Storm Warning in NYC and Southern NY State
Winter Storm Warning Late Tonight and Thursday…
WINTER Storm Warning IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 PM EST THURSDAY… The National Weather Service in Upton has issued a Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow…which is in effect from midnight tonight to 6 PM EST Thursday. The Winter Storm Watch is no longer in effect.
- Accumulations: 6 to 10 inches of snow.
- Locations: New York City, Long Island, Southern Connecticut, the Lower Hudson Valley and Northeastern New Jersey.
- Hazard type…Heavy snow.
- Timing: Late tonight through Thursday.
- Impacts: Hazardous travel due to snow covered roads and poor visibilities. Blowing and drifting snow is possible.
- Winds: North 10 to 20 mph with gusts 30-35 mph.
- Visibilities: 1/2 to 1/4 mile at times.
- Temperatures: Around 30.
A Winter Storm Warning for Heavy Snow means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an emergency. If you must travel…keep an extra flashlight…food… and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
For more information, visit the National Weather Service and Ready NYC.