Travel in New York, Connecticut and New Jersey is being affected by a significant winter storm that brings a mix of snow and sleet. National Weather Service issued a Winter Weather Advisory to warn residents of potentially hazardous conditions for travel and significant delays that could extend into Thursday morning.
Travel and Commuters
The winter weather is likely to affect commuters, travelers and tourists in the New York metro area. Forecasters expect snowfalls as high as one inch to occur in certain locations, with an ice glaze. The NWS urges all residents to be cautious, stating that black ice can make roads, bridges and overpasses dangerously slippery.
The evening commute of Wednesday as well as the morning commute of Thursday are both likely to be impacted. Potential delays can also be expected on roads and in public transport systems such the Metro-North Railroad, the Long Island Rail Road, and even the LIRR.
Winter Weather Advisory: Key Facts
Winter Weather Advisory by the National Weather Service is active between 7 p.m. on Wednesday and 9 a.m. on Thursday. This advisory includes parts of southeast New York, New York City, Long Island, northeast New Jersey and southern Connecticut. The precipitation is expected to change overnight, from an initial snowfall into a combination of sleet/freezing rain creating icy weather conditions.
- Snowfall Totals Observed: ABC7 New York reports that Central Park had a snowfall accumulation of about 1.4 inches. South Jersey, on the other hand, saw six-inch accumulations. Long Island received between two and three inch of snowfall, while New York City and areas to the north and west experienced little or no accumulation.
- Hazardous road Conditions The main concern for motorists is the formation of icy patches caused by freezing rain. This occurs primarily on surfaces that are elevated, such as overpasses and bridges. On the Garden State Parkway as well the New Jersey Turnpike, motorists need to be alert for dangerous road conditions.
- New York City Emergency ResponseNew York City Emergency Management Department, NYCEM, has activated a “Code Blue” initiative, aimed at protecting vulnerable populations from dangerous freezing temperatures, especially those who are homeless. Shelters are now open, and outreach workers are working to help connect people with shelters.
New York City Weather: 7-Day Forecast Detailed
The National Weather Service has provided a seven-day comprehensive weather forecast for New York City. For accurate planning, this forecast contains specific ranges of temperatures and precipitation.
- Today: Cloudy with a high near 40°F. A small chance of light snow may occur in the late afternoon.
- Tonight: Before 1 am, expect a mixture of rain and sleet. The overnight low will be around 34°F.
- Thursday: The morning will be cloudy, but conditions should improve later on in the day. The high will reach near 46°F.
- Thursday night: Mostly clear conditions with a low around 31°F.
- Friday: Sunny skies and a high of 36°F expected.
- The Friday night: Mostly cloudy with a low around 28°F.
- Saturday: Rain and snow are the first two types of precipitation. The high will be near 39°F.
- Saturday Night Rain is expected with a low around 37°F.
- Sunday: Rain is forecast throughout the day, with a high of 46°F.
- Sunday night: There is a chance of rain and snow, with a low around 24°F.
Official Statements
New York City Mayor Eric Adams The city’s agencies were ready to take action to maintain the city’s safety. Snow is expected Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. We’re prepared for the snowstorm thanks to Department of Transportation, Department of Sanitation, and Emergency Management. Residents are encouraged to join Notify NYC for timely alerts and weather information.
The Future
There is the possibility that another wintry storm could hit the region this weekend. The temperatures will be near or below freezing, and there is a possibility of snowfall on Saturday and Sunday. Watch for any updates on the situation from local news and the National Weather Service.
