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NYC Weather: Snow in April?

April 3, 2016April 3, 2016Posted in Major Storm, spring, Weekly Forecast, WinterTagged forecasts, Low Pressure, low temperatures, New England, New York City Metro Area, Northeast, rain, Ski Resorts, snow, Snow Accumulations, Snow in April, spring, Weather, Wintry Mix, wintry weatherLeave a comment

This is the Third Edition of the NYC Area Week Outlook by Weather360

Monday: A wintry mix in the morning will transition to all rain by the afternoon. Total snow accumulations of up to a couple of inches are possible in some (mainly northern and eastern) portions of the area. Highs will hover around in the low to mid 40’s.

Tuesday: Highs dropping into the low to mid 30’s will be associated with clearing skies, making it seem much more like January than April.

Wednesday: High temperatures will peak in the mid 40’s as skies become increasingly cloudy, due to an incoming low pressure system.

Thursday: Rain associated with a low pressure system moving in from the west will bring in much more seasonable temperatures, with a high in the upper 50’s. This rain could spell the end to winter for many Ski Resorts throughout the Northeast.

Friday: Cooler temperatures along with clearing skies will make for a somewhat more seasonable day.

The Weekend: Highs in the 40’s along with mainly clear skies will make for a brisk, cool, early spring weekend.

In the event of an emergency weather situation, please consult the NWS at weather.gov and/or your local Emergency Management Office.

NYC Weather: Winter’s Last Gasp?

March 20, 2016March 20, 2016Posted in Major Storm, spring, Weekly Forecast, WinterTagged Late-Season Snow, New England, New York City Metro Area, Nor'easter, Northeast, snow, snow event, snow falling, Snow Storm, Snow Totals, Snow Update, spring, This Week's Weather, Warmer Temperatures, Weather Outlook, Winter 2015-2016, Winter's Last Gasp?Leave a comment

This is the Second Edition of the NYC Area Week Outlook by Weather360

Monday: Snow lingering in the morning will lead to sunnier and drier conditions in the afternoon with highs in the 40’s. Total snow accumulations of up to several inches are possible in some (mainly eastern) portions of the area.

Tuesday: Highs nearing 50 will be accompanied by much clearer conditions, making it seem much more like Late-March than Monday did.

Wednesday: Temperatures will finally break 60 degrees n most spots, so say ‘sayonara’ to any remaining snow mounds.

Thursday: Highs again in the 60’s will make it feel even more like spring, but the threat for showers does increase as the week progresses.

Friday: Highs again in the 60’s will also bring along some light to moderate rain showers. Only problem though is that its not April yet, so I guess these showers wont bring any May flowers…

The Weekend: Temperatures in the 50’s along with somewhat clear conditions are likely to remain the most significant weather factor over the weekend. Although, there is the potential for a Nor’easter to impact the area around Sunday, so it may not be to bad to have some rain gear nearby.

In the event of an emergency weather situation, please consult the NWS at weather.gov and/or your local Emergency Management Office.

Winter Storm May Bring Snow to The Northeast

March 18, 2016Posted in Major Storm, WinterTagged Boston Metro Area, Eastern Seaboard, forecasts, I-95 Corridor, Late-Season Snow, low temperatures, New York City Metro Area, Northeast, Road Hazards, snow, spring, Winter 2015-2016, winter storm, Winter Storm Watch, wintry weatherLeave a comment

The National Weather Service has issued Winter Storm Watches for portions of Eastern New England. A potentially significant winter weather event is expected to impact the I-95 corridor from New Jersey to Maine starting at the end of the week. As this is a late-season (or early depending on how you look at it, early-season) snow event, it will likely bring a heavier, wetter snow along with some mixed precipitation.

Starting Sunday afternoon, snow will start accumulating mostly on uncovered dirt surfaces, before quickly moving onto grassy and paved surfaces as the ground cools overtime. Total accumulations will range from an inch or two, to nearly 10 inches in some spots, with more snow further to the east.

More on this event on our Winter Weather Center page

NYC Weather: Rain, Milder Temperatures, and Snow This Week?

March 13, 2016March 14, 2016Posted in Weekly ForecastTagged current weather conditions, Milder Temperatures, New England, New York City Metro Area, New York City Weather Forecast, Nor'easter, Northeast, rain, snow, spring, Weather, Weather360, Week Forecast, Weekend Forecast, wintry weatherLeave a comment

This is the First Edition of the NYC Area Week Outlook by Weather360

Monday: Rain moving across the area will be accompanied by cooler temperatures hovering in and around the 40’s.

Tuesday: Rain will taper off towards the late morning leading to cloudy conditions with highs maybe reaching the 50’s.

Wednesday: Some showers with temperatures around the 60 degree mark will create a more spring-like feel again.

Thursday: Some light rain showers will bring slightly cooler temperatures in the mid 50’s.

Friday: Clear skies are expected along with temperatures still in the mid 50’s.

Weekend: Saturday will be much like Friday, but the potential for a significant Nor’easter exists starting Sunday, lasting into early next week. This year, Punxsutawney Phil may actually end up being wrong, as cooler temperatures may create some wintry precipitation across the area, but nothing is set in stone quite yet.

In the event of an emergency weather situation, please consult the NWS at weather.gov and/or your local Emergency Management Office.

Severe Thunderstorm Alert

February 24, 2016Posted in Major Storm, severe weather, WinterTagged 2/24/2016, Frequent Lightning, hail, Life-Threatening Situation, New England, Northeast, NYC Metro Area, rain, severe storms, Severe Thunderstorm Outbreak, Severe Thunderstorm Watch, severe weather, Severe Weather Outbreak, Tornado WatchLeave a comment

As of 2/24/2016 at 8:00 PM EST

ALERT: THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN UPTON, NEW YORK HAS ISSUED A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH EFFECTIVE UNTIL 2:00 AM EST THURSDAY FOR THE ENTIRE NYC METRO AREA. A TORNADO WATCH IS CURRENTLY IN EFFECT FOR LOCATIONS JUST TO THE WEST OF THE METRO AREA.

Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to impact the area later tonight. Moderate to heavy rain has already begun to fall across some portions of the area. By 11:45 PM tonight, a line of strong to severe thunderstorms is expected to envelop the area, potentially bringing hail, strong winds, lighting, flooding, and even some tornadoes along with it.

Look out for emergency weather warnings that the NWS may issue over the following several hours.

Wintry Mess to Impact the Area Overnight

February 15, 2016February 15, 2016Posted in WinterTagged black ice, Ice, Mid Atlantic, New England, Northeast, NWS, NYC Metro Area, Road Hazards, Slush, snow, snow event, snow falling, Snow Storm, Snow Update, Winter Weather, Winter Weather AdvisoryLeave a comment

Locations across the NYC Metro Area are now under Winter Weather Advisories as snow and other wintry precipitation continues to envelop the area. Tonight, temperatures will continue to rise, and the wintry precipitation now will slowly transition to sleet and freezing rain, before tapering off as some rain showers across the area very early tomorrow morning. Currently, areas still receiving snow will likely have accumulated 1-3 inches of snow by now, making it somewhat difficult to get around. Ground temperatures are still below that of the air, meaning that areas receiving snow or other wintry precipitation will likely continue to see more accumulation. Tomorrow’s commute will be messy in the early morning until more rain moves in around 9 AM to wash some of the slush and snow on the roads away.

A Winter Weather Advisory is issued when the National Weather Service decides there will be hazardous weather in a certain area that will include some sort of wintry precipitation.

Most Winter Weather Advisories across the area are set to expire tomorrow around 7 AM.

BLIZZARD SHIFTS NORTH

January 23, 2016February 13, 2016Posted in Major Storm, WinterTagged >12" snow, Blizzard, BLIZZARD SHIFTS NORTH, Blizzard Warning, Blizzard-Like Conditions, Mid Atlantic, New England, New England Coastline, New York City Metro Area, Northeast, winter storm, Winter Storm WarningLeave a comment

January 23, 2016 Update:

THE TRACK FOR THIS BLIZZARD HAS SHIFTED NORTH. LOCATIONS IN SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT ARE NOW UNDER BLIZZARD AND WINTER STORM WARNINGS.

In locations across the New York City Metro Area, the snow has already started to accumulate. The National Weather Service is now calling for a foot or more in most of the Metro Area. Expect an additional foot or more of snow with some brief bursts of thunder snow throughout the day starting at 7 am.

The storm has the potential to create extremely dangerous road conditions at times today even in areas not specified under Blizzard Warnings.

There is the potential for widespread power outages across the Tri-State area.

Before making any decisions regarding the weather. Visit weather.gov.

Winter Storm and Blizzard Warnings Issued

January 22, 2016January 22, 2016Posted in Climate Change, WinterTagged Blizzard, Blizzard Warning, Blizzard-Like Conditions, Coastal Flooding Threat, Emergency Situation, High Winds, Mid Atlantic, New England, New York City Metro Area, Northeast, snow, Winter, winter storm, Winter Storm Warning, Winter Storm Watch, Winter Weather Advisory, wintry weatherLeave a comment

A major winter storm is expected to impact the entire New York City Metro Area tonight into Sunday Morning.

Southern Connecticut Overview: Currently, Southern Fairfield and Southern New Haven Counties are under Winter Storm Warnings. Locations in southern portions of Northern Fairfield County can expect near-blizzard conditions, but due to less of a threat further north in the county, the National Weather Service has decided to keep the alert level at an advisory (likewise for Northern New Haven County). Expect wind gusts around 40 MPH with snow totals 6-15 inches.

Southeastern New York Overview: Blizzard conditions for the Greater New York City area along with Long Island. Winter Storm Warnings for locations just to the north (Westchester County), and continued Winter Storm Watches for locations just to the north of there. Expect wind gusts potentially reaching 50 MPH with snow totals ranging from 6 to 18 inches.

Northern New Jersey Overview: Winter Storm Warnings issued for Northwestern portions of this area. Blizzard Warnings closer to the coast. Expect snow totals ranging from 6 to 24 inches with wind gusts potentially reaching 60 MPH.

For more detailed information, visit weather.gov

As of 1/22/2016 5:00 PM EST

“Snowmageddon v.2” Update

January 21, 2016Posted in Major Storm, WinterTagged Blizzard, Blizzard Warning, I-95 Corridor, Mid Atlantic, New England, New York City Metro Area, Northeast, snow, Snow Storm, Snowmageddon V2, Weather, Winter 2016, winter storm, Winter Storm WarningLeave a comment

*UPDATE – 6:00 PM EST 1/21/2016*

The first major winter storm for millions across the Northeast is on its way. This storm is expected to create blizzard conditions from Connecticut to Virginia and travel delays lasting hours or days from JFK to Reagan Natl.

*The National Weather Service in Upton New York has issued Winter Storm and Blizzard Watches for parts of the New York City Metropolitan Area. Locations in southern portions of Connecticut can expect alerts ranging from Winter Weather Advisories to Blizzard Warnings over the following 24 hours.*

*UPDATE*- The short range computer models are now in range of this storm and have continued to flip-flop on their positions over the past 18 hours. The NAM (12 KM) is now calling for the storm to ride further up the Eastern Seaboard and bring over two feet of snow to almost the entire NYC Metro Area. Other short range computer models such as the WRF-NMM, WRF-ARW, and the RGEM are slowly inching their forecasts further north. More shifting and settling with more northerly forecasts can be expected over the following day or so as the low pressure that will become this “Snowmageddon V.2” stays closer to the north end of all the previous tracks.

Specific and detailed updates for your area can be found on weather.gov

First Snowfall in and around New York City!

October 18, 2015Posted in WinterTagged amount of snow, connecticut, First snow, New England, New Jersey, new york, Northeast, nyc, NYC Metro Area, Peekskill, Poughkeepsie, snow, snow event, snow falling, Unofficial Start of Winter, Winter, Winter 2015-2016, Winter Temperatures, Winter WeatherLeave a comment

The unofficial start winter was today across many locations north and west of NYC. Although no measurable snowfall was recorded, locations from in and around Poughkeepsie to as far south as Salem, Peekskill, and even some locations in western Connecticut, experienced flurries and light snow showers a good one to two months ahead of time.

Why the snow?

Although temperatures in and around the NYC Metro Area were generally higher than freezing at the time of the snow, the temperature in the atmosphere was a bit cooler than freezing, which allowed fast-falling snow to reach the ground before it melted in-air.

Due to the above freezing temperatures of the ground though, many of these snowflakes melted within 30 seconds of contact with the ground.

(The official start of Meteorological Winter is December 1st, and the start of the season Winter is generally considered December 21st.)