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Snowfall Projections, Timing Updated For Quick-Moving System Packed With Gusty Winds Snowfall Projections, Timing Updated For Quick-Moving System Packed With Gusty Winds
Snowfall Projections, Timing Updated For Quick-Moving System Packed With Gusty Winds A quick-moving Alberta Clipper system will bring the first widespread snowfall of the season to much of the region. The time frame for the storm is Wednesday night, Dec. 4 into late Thursday morning, Dec. 5, according to the National Weather Service. At the outset of the system, snow showers will occur throughout the region, and areas where the temperature stays at or below the freezing mark overnight could see up to half a foot of accumulation.  In areas where the temperature stays around the mid-30s, there will be a mix of rain, sleet, and snow. Some locations farthest north and we…
New Snowmaking Storm On Tap After Alberta Clipper Sweeps Through Northeast: Projected Timing New Snowmaking Storm On Tap After Alberta Clipper Sweeps Through Northeast: Projected Timing
New Snowmaking Storm On Tap After Alberta Clipper Sweeps Through Northeast: Projected Timing A snowmaking Alberta Clipper system that will sweep across the Northeast in just days could be followed by a more significant storm next week. Forecast models have the storm on track for early next t week, with the current window from Monday, Dec. 9 to Wednesday, Dec. 11.  "Options for the storm as it nears the coast range from it evolving into a potent Nor'easter with significant travel disruptions to a weaker storm that simply races out to sea with minimal travel problems," according to AccuWeather. See the first image above to see the two possible track scenarios. "There continues…
Here's Projected Snowfall Totals, Timing For System On Track For This Week Here's Projected Snowfall Totals, Timing For System On Track For This Week
Here's Projected Snowfall Totals, Timing For System On Track For This Week A quick-moving storm on track for this week will bring accumulating snowfall to much of the Northeast. Click here for a new, updated story: Significant Storm Could Be Coming After Snowmaking System This Week: Here's Projected Timing According to the National Weather Service, the Alberta Clipper system's time frame is Wednesday night, Dec. 4, to Thursday, Dec. 5. After forming in Alberta, Canada, on Sunday, Dec. 1, it will travel near Lake Superior from Monday, Dec. 2 to Tuesday, Dec. 3 before pivoting east, AccuWeather says. In locations in the lightest shade of blue in the&nb…
Separate Snowmaking Storms Could Mark December's Opening Weeks: Long-Range Outlook Separate Snowmaking Storms Could Mark December's Opening Weeks: Long-Range Outlook
Separate Snowmaking Storms Could Mark December's Opening Weeks: Long-Range Outlook The arrival of an Arctic blast of cold air could be followed by separate snowmaking storms during the first two weeks of December. Tuesday, Dec. 3, will mark the start of a string of days in which Alberta Clipper systems with fast-falling snowfall are possible in these areas shown in pink and blue in the image above from AccuWeather. According to current forecast models, the highest likelihood for snowfall in the Northeast is overnight Wednesday, Dec. 4 into Thursday, Dec. 5, according to the National Weather Service. Areas farther south will likely see mainly snow showers but accumul…
Most Snowfall Expected In These Areas This Winter: AccuWeather Releases Long-Range Outlook Most Snowfall Expected In These Areas This Winter: AccuWeather Releases Long-Range Outlook
Most Snowfall Expected In These Areas This Winter: AccuWeather Releases Long-Range Outlook AccuWeather meteorologists have just unveiled their forecast for the winter of 2024-25 and have released a map of where in the US the most snowfall is expected. In the image above, higher-than-average snowfall is predicted for those areas shown in light blue, with most areas in the Northeast are expected to receive more snow this season than last winter. Areas in the darker shade are expected to see below average snowfall in 2024-25, including in much of the Mid-Atlantic states. Click here for a new, related story: Winter 2024-25 Forecast Released By NOAA National Weather Service …
Winter Outlook Predictions Released: Here's What Forecasters Expect Winter Outlook Predictions Released: Here's What Forecasters Expect
Winter Outlook Predictions Released: Here's What Forecasters Expect With the Labor Day weekend marking the unofficial end of summer, forecasters are starting to look ahead and predict what's in store for the winter of 2025. The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) says heavy precipitation is expected in the areas shown in the darkest shade of green in the first image above. Areas shown in light green are "leaning above average" in terms of snowfall. NOAA predicts temperatures should also lean above average. (See the second image above.) The Old Farmer's Almanac, which has been in business since 1792, is singing a bit of a di…
Snowfall Map: Here's How Accumulation Amounts In These NY Spots Compare To Normal Winters Snowfall Map: Here's How Accumulation Amounts In These NY Spots Compare To Normal Winters
Snowfall Map: Here's How Accumulation Amounts In These NY Spots Compare To Normal Winters Most locations in the region have seen more snowfall than last winter, but only one location in the Northeast has exceeded the seasonal average, according to new data. "Now reaching the back stretch of the winter season, current snowfall totals across not only our area, but a large portion of the East remains below the seasonal averages," according the US National Weather Service Eastern Region Headquarters. In the first image above, areas in red have seen the most snowfall through Sunday, Feb. 18 while locations in white and sky blue have seen the least. A comparison of snowfall tota…
Weekend Nor'easter Will Be First Of 2 Coast-To-Coast Storms In Span Of Days: Here's Latest Weekend Nor'easter Will Be First Of 2 Coast-To-Coast Storms In Span Of Days: Here's Latest
Weekend Nor'easter Will Be First Of 2 Coast-To-Coast Storms In Span Of Days: Here's Latest The new year is starting with a bang weather-wise as back-to-back coast-to-coast storms are due to move through the Northeast in the span of a few days. Click here for a new, updated story - Projected Snowfall Totals Increase As Nor'easter Nears: These Spots Could See 18 Inches The time frame for the first system, a massive Nor'easter, is from late in the day Saturday, Jan. 6 into Sunday, Jan. 7, according to the National Weather Service. It has the potential to drop a foot or more of snow in areas farthest inland and a widespread 3 to 6 inches in most areas farther off the coast. The…
Winter Storm - Hochul Warns NYers To Prepare For Snow, Possible Power Outages: 'Be Vigilant' Winter Storm - Hochul Warns NYers To Prepare For Snow, Possible Power Outages: 'Be Vigilant'
Winter Storm - Hochul Warns NYers To Prepare For Snow, Possible Power Outages: 'Be Vigilant' As a powerful Nor'easter threatens to dump inches of snow and a wintry mix on much of New York State, Gov. Kathy Hochul is urging residents to prepare for power outages and travel hazards posed by the white stuff.  According to Hochul, the large coastal weather system is predicted to hit New York late Saturday, Jan. 6, and continue into Sunday, Jan. 7, bringing anywhere from 3 to 12 inches of snow to parts of the Hudson Valley, Capital Region, and Central New York, and a mix of snow and rain to New York City and Long Island. Winter storm watches are in effect throughout New York S…
First Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Major Storm Headed To Northeast First Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Major Storm Headed To Northeast
First Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Major Storm Headed To Northeast The first projected snowfall totals have been released for a potent coast-to-coast winter storm expected to hit the Northeast midway through the weekend. Click here for a new, updated story - Projected Snowfall Totals Increase As Nor'easter Nears: These Spots Could See 18 Inches Snowfall is expected to begin overnight Saturday, Jan. 6 into Sunday, Jan. 7, according to the National Weather Service. Areas in the darker shade in the image above from AccuWeather.com are expected to see between 6 and 12 inches of snowfall, including parts of upstate New York, northern Connecticut and areas…
Post-Thanksgiving Storm Strengthens As It Heads Toward Northeast Post-Thanksgiving Storm Strengthens As It Heads Toward Northeast
Post-Thanksgiving Storm Strengthens As It Heads Toward Northeast A coastal storm intensifying in the mid-Atlantic will bring widespread rain with sleet and snow in some interior locations in the Northeast at the tail end of Thanksgiving weekend, affecting travel. The time frame for the system is late Sunday afternoon, Nov. 26 into the early morning hours of Monday, Nov. 27, according to the National Weather Service. "On Sunday, rain will mainly be confined to eastern Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware before spreading into New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York by Sunday night," according to AccuWeather.com. "By Monday, rain will primarily focus acros…
First Snowfall Of Season Falls In NY - Here's Where First Snowfall Of Season Falls In NY - Here's Where
First Snowfall Of Season Falls In NY - Here's Where True fall-like weather has arrived in the region, and with it has come a report of the first snowfall of the 2023-24 season. It happened in the Adirondack Mountains in the town of Wilmington, New York, located about 35 miles southwest of Plattsburgh. "We saw our first snowfall this morning!" read a social media post by Whiteface Mountain on Sunday, Oct. 8. Photos of the event showed a dusting of snow. Some areas, especially farthest north, and west, saw scattered showers overnight into Tuesday morning, Oct. 10, but there have been no new reports of snow. Earlier report - 'Get Your Sno…
'Get Your Snow Shovels Ready': AccuWeather Releases Winter Outlook 'Get Your Snow Shovels Ready': AccuWeather Releases Winter Outlook
'Get Your Snow Shovels Ready': AccuWeather Releases Winter Outlook Forecasters for AccuWeather have released their projections for the winter of 2023-24. Senior Meteorologist Paul Pastelok and his team are saying it's shaping up to be much different than last winter, especially across the central and eastern United States, and one month may leave the biggest impression. "February can be an active and intense month," Pastelok said. One of the driving forces this winter will be the strengthening El Niño, which will play a significant role in the weather across the United States throughout the entire winter season.  Earlier report - 'Super'…
Early Spring Storm Will Bring Snowfall To Parts Of Northeast Early Spring Storm Will Bring Snowfall To Parts Of Northeast
Early Spring Storm Will Bring Snowfall To Parts Of Northeast The arrival of a cold front will be followed by an early spring storm that will bring snowfall to parts of the Northeast. The time frame for the storm is overnight Friday, March 24 into Saturday morning, March 25, according to the National Weather Service. Accumulating snowfall is expected in the areas shown in blue in the image above from AccuWeather.com. Areas farther south will see a mix of rain and snow, with all rain expected around the coast. The front will move through Thursday, March 23 into Friday. Thursday will be cloudy and seasonable with a high temperature climbing …
Nor'easter: Thousands Remain In Dark In Dutchess After Powerful Storm Nor'easter: Thousands Remain In Dark In Dutchess After Powerful Storm
Nor'easter: Thousands Remain In Dark In Dutchess After Powerful Storm Thousands remain without power in Dutchess County following the powerful Nor'easter that dumped a foot or more of snow and produced gusty winds that toppled trees and utility lines. Around 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 15, Central Hudson reported 2,255 outages with the highest number without power in Stanford with 419 households in the dark. Other others in Dutchess County with the highest number of outages include: Pine Plains: 377 LaGrange: 292 Union Vale: 234 Washington: 182 Most areas are experiencing spotty outages numbering in the teens and 20s from downed trees, the utility compan…
Nor'easter: Potent Storm With Gusty Winds Brings Mix Of Snow, Rain, Causes School Closures Nor'easter: Potent Storm With Gusty Winds Brings Mix Of Snow, Rain, Causes School Closures
Nor'easter: Potent Storm With Gusty Winds Brings Mix Of Snow, Rain, Causes School Closures A multi-threat Nor'easter packed with strong winds, and a mix of snow and rain, has arrived in the region, leading to scores of school closures on Tuesday, March 14. The storm will linger into early Wednesday morning, March 15, according to the National Weather Service.  Rain that began Monday evening became steadier overnight with steady snowfall in areas farther north and inland. For the latest snowfall projections see the first image above from AccuWeather.com: 1 to 3 inches (light blue) 3 to 6 inches (Columbia blue) 6 to 12 inches (Royal blue) 12 to 18 inches (blue) 18…
Nor'easter: These Parts Of Region Could See 18 Inches Of Snowfall From Multi-Threat Storm Nor'easter: These Parts Of Region Could See 18 Inches Of Snowfall From Multi-Threat Storm
Nor'easter: These Parts Of Region Could See 18 Inches Of Snowfall From Multi-Threat Storm Updated story - Storm Watch: These Areas Expected To See Extreme, Major Impacts From Nor'easter Parts of the region could see as much as 18 inches of snowfall from a multi-threat Nor'easter. The time frame for the storm is Monday night, March 13 into late Tuesday evening, March 14, according to the National Weather Service. Everyone throughout the region will be affected -- with heavy snowfall the biggest threat inland, and flooding and strong winds that could cause power outages the biggest threats around the coast.  For snowfall projections for the entire Northeast, see t…
Strong Winds From Powerful Nor'easter Could Cause Power Outages: Here's Latest Strong Winds From Powerful Nor'easter Could Cause Power Outages: Here's Latest
Strong Winds From Powerful Nor'easter Could Cause Power Outages: Here's Latest Updated story - Storm Watch: These Areas Expected To See Extreme, Major Impacts From Nor'easter A potent Nor'easter that could dump as much as 18 inches of snow in some inland areas will be packed with strong winds that could cause power outages. The time frame for the storm is Monday night, March 13 into late Tuesday evening, March 14, according to the National Weather Service. Wind gusts will range from 40 to 70 miles per hour starting Monday night, March 13. (See the first image above from AccuWeather.com.) Areas most at risk for power outages due to fallen trees and power lines a…
It's Time To 'Spring Forward,' But Potent Nor'easter Packed With Snow, Strong Winds Is Coming It's Time To 'Spring Forward,' But Potent Nor'easter Packed With Snow, Strong Winds Is Coming
It's Time To 'Spring Forward,' But Potent Nor'easter Packed With Snow, Strong Winds Is Coming We're just hours away from the start of Daylight saving time with clocks moving ahead one hour at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 12. Though it's "Spring Forward" time, a potent Nor'easter that will be packed with a mix of snow, sleet, rain, and strong winds that could cause power outages is headed to the region.  The time frame for the storm is Monday, March 13 into Tuesday, March 14, according to the National Weather Service. It will be the second winter storm in the span of days as the weekend is off to a messy storm thanks to a system that is now gradually winding down after bringing li…
Projected Snowfall Totals Increase For Winter Storm Headed To Region Projected Snowfall Totals Increase For Winter Storm Headed To Region
Projected Snowfall Totals Increase For Winter Storm Headed To Region Projected snowfall totals have increased for a new winter storm headed to the region. The time frame for the system is Friday night, March 10 into Saturday, March 11, according to the National Weather Service. A widespread 4 inches of accumulation is now predicted for most inland areas south of the Capital Region, with close to 6 inches in some spots, where hazardous travel is expected. (See the images above from the National Weather Service.) In New York, less snow, generally 1 to 2 inches, is expected in the Albany area and farther north. In Connecticut, less snow is predicted for centr…
New Winter Storm Expected To Bring Snow, Sleet, Rain, Cause Slippery Travel New Winter Storm Expected To Bring Snow, Sleet, Rain, Cause Slippery Travel
New Winter Storm Expected To Bring Snow, Sleet, Rain, Cause Slippery Travel A new storm headed to the region is expected to bring a mix of snow, sleet, and rain that could cause slippery travel conditions. The time frame for the system is late Monday night, March 6 into Tuesday morning, March 7, according to the National Weather Service. Leading up to the storm's arrival, Sunday, March 5 will be mostly sunny with a high temperature in the mid to upper 40s. Monday will start off with clear skies as the high temperature climbs to around the 50-degree mark. Clouds will increase at night ahead of the storm's arrival.  Areas where the overnight temperature stays…
Here Are Updated Snowfall Projections For New Winter Storm Headed To Northeast Here Are Updated Snowfall Projections For New Winter Storm Headed To Northeast
Here Are Updated Snowfall Projections For New Winter Storm Headed To Northeast Updated snowfall projections have been released for a new winter storm headed for the Northeast that will bring a mix of rain, sleet, and snowfall. The current projected time frame for possible snowfall is from Friday evening, March 3 into Saturday, March 4, the National Weather Service says. Precipitation is expected to start shortly after nightfall Friday, with sleet and snow inland. Areas near the coast could see heavy rainfall, coastal flooding, and strong winds with gusts up to 45 miles per hour. The highest snowfall totals will be farther north and inland, mainly north…
Track Shifts For Winter Storm Taking Aim On Northeast: New Projected Snowfall Totals Track Shifts For Winter Storm Taking Aim On Northeast: New Projected Snowfall Totals
Track Shifts For Winter Storm Taking Aim On Northeast: New Projected Snowfall Totals The projected track has shifted for a new winter storm headed for the Northeast as an unsettled weather pattern arrives in the area. The current projected time frame for possible snowfall is from Friday evening, March 3 into Saturday, March 4, the National Weather Service says. Precipitation is expected to start as rainfall Friday afternoon, before changing over to a wintry mix and snow, especially in areas farther north and inland. Areas near the coast could see heavy rainfall, coastal flooding, and strong winds with gusts up to 45 miles per hour. The highest snowfall totals will be&…
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout Region How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout Region
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout Region The most potent winter storm of the season has resulted in scores of school closures and slippery travel conditions. Here's a look at some snowfall totals reported to the National Weather Service and other sources on Tuesday morning, Feb. 28. If you don't see your town listed, post the total in a comment. New York Manhattan Central Park, 1.8  inches Nassau County Manhasset Hills, 3.5 inches Herricks, 3.5 inches Suffolk County Commack, 5 inches Centereach, 4.5 inches Mattituck, 4.5 inches Mount Sina, 4.5 inches Bridgehampton, 4.4 inches Rockland County Stony Point, 6.1 inc…
More To Come? New Winter Storm Could Be On Track For Later In Week More To Come? New Winter Storm Could Be On Track For Later In Week
More To Come? New Winter Storm Could Be On Track For Later In Week As snowfall lingers from the most potent storm of the season, forecasters are monitoring the potential for a new winter system on track for the region at week's end. The current projected time frame for possible snowfall is from late Friday morning, March 3 into Saturday, March 4, the National Weather Service says. Since the high temperature Friday will be in the upper 30s, rain could mix with snow at times in the afternoon, before a drop in temps overnight leads to the possibility of a changeover to all snow heading into Saturday morning. "A number of factors will come into play to d…
Winter's Most Potent Storm Leads To School Closures, Slippery Travel Winter's Most Potent Storm Leads To School Closures, Slippery Travel
Winter's Most Potent Storm Leads To School Closures, Slippery Travel The most significant winter storm of the season has resulted in slippery travel and school closures across the region. Snowfall will continue at times during the morning on Tuesday, Feb. 28 after arriving Monday evening, Feb. 27. The timing of the system had led to the closures of hundreds of school districts in New York and Connecticut. Some areas farther north and inland, including in parts of the Hudson Valley and northern Connecticut, have already seen half a foot of snow as of around 7:30 a.m. Tuesday. Tuesday's high temperature will be in the mid-30s with wind-chill values in the tee…
Potentially Significant Storm Could Be Coming: Wintry Blast Will Bring Separate Snow Chances Potentially Significant Storm Could Be Coming: Wintry Blast Will Bring Separate Snow Chances
Potentially Significant Storm Could Be Coming: Wintry Blast Will Bring Separate Snow Chances A blast of wintry weather will lead to separate chances for snowfall through early next week, including what could be a more significant storm. Wind gusts will be as high as 30 miles per hour Saturday morning, Feb. 25 on a day in which the high temperature will be right around the freezing mark, but with wind-chill values in the teens, the National Weather Service says. There will be a band of light snow moving through from the late morning until the mid to late afternoon on Saturday. (See the first image above from AccuWeather.com.) Other areas could see a coating to an inch as well …
Separate Snow Chances Coming As Drop In Temps Follows Potent Storm Separate Snow Chances Coming As Drop In Temps Follows Potent Storm
Separate Snow Chances Coming As Drop In Temps Follows Potent Storm There will be separate chances for snowfall following a big drop in temperatures after a potent storm system moves off the coast. It will remain unsettled on Thursday, Feb. 23, with some lingering precipitation at times as the storm pushes off the coast, according to the National Weather Service. For a look at precipitation types, see the first image above from AccuWeather.com. Skies will gradually clear overnight, leading to a mostly sunny day on Friday, Feb. 24. It will be blustery during the day and into the evening. It then turns much colder late Friday with temperatures dro…
These Areas Could See Light Snow Accumulation Overnight These Areas Could See Light Snow Accumulation Overnight
These Areas Could See Light Snow Accumulation Overnight A new round of light snowfall is possible in parts of the region overnight Tuesday, Jan. 31 into early Wednesday morning, Feb. 1. A few tenths of an inch of snow is possible in areas shown in the image above, according to the National Weather Service. The high temperature on Wednesday will hover right around the freezing mark with mostly sunny skies. It will be continued cold on Thursday, with a high temperature in the mid to upper 30s. A dangerously cold air mass is expected to settle over the region Friday, Feb. 3, and Saturday, Feb. 4.  "Wind-chill values duri…
Accumulating Snow Possible In Parts Of Northeast From Quick-Moving System Accumulating Snow Possible In Parts Of Northeast From Quick-Moving System
Accumulating Snow Possible In Parts Of Northeast From Quick-Moving System A quick-moving system is expected to bring precipitation to the Northeast, with snowfall possible in some areas farthest north and inland. After a mostly sunny start to the day on Monday, Jan. 30, skies have been cloudy in the afternoon.  The temperature, which reached a high in the upper 40s, will drop rapidly in the evening and through the overnight into Tuesday morning, Jan. 31. Precipitation is expected to be scattered and begin mainly later in the evening Monday, with areas farther south seeing scattered showers before the system moves out before daybreak Tuesday. Some spots in …
Here's When Damaging Wind Gusts From Multi-Hazard Winter Storm Could Cause Power Outages Here's When Damaging Wind Gusts From Multi-Hazard Winter Storm Could Cause Power Outages
Here's When Damaging Wind Gusts From Multi-Hazard Winter Storm Could Cause Power Outages Damaging wind gusts triggered by a multi-hazard winter storm bringing rain, sleet, and snow could cause power outages in much of the Northeast. Precipitation from the storm, which is moving from west to east on Wednesday morning, Jan. 25, is expected to wind down shortly after daybreak on Thursday, Jan. 26, but strong wind gusts are expected to continue throughout the day, according to the National Weather Service. Generally, gusts will be around 30 miles per hour, but areas near the coast could see 40 mph gusts on Thursday. Wind speeds will increase Wednesday night with gusts of 30 m…