April Brings Unusual Snowfall to New York City Area

NEW YORK – As April progresses, the New York City area is bracing for a winter surprise with forecasts predicting snow amidst the seasonal rain. A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued, indicating the possibility of heavy, wet snow in various suburban areas this weekend.

Forecast Overview

The upcoming weather pattern suggests a transition from rain to a wintry mix, with specific timing and accumulations detailed below:

Timeline of Weather Changes

• Friday Evening: A storm system from the south will begin impacting the Tri-State area. Rain and wind are expected to intensify as temperatures drop from the mid-40s to the upper 30s.
• Friday, 11 PM: Heavy downpours are anticipated across the NYC area.
• Saturday, 2 AM: A Winter Weather Advisory becomes effective in Orange and Putnam counties.
• Saturday, 2 – 4 AM: Rain is projected to change to a wintry mix in regions of the Hudson Valley and western New Jersey, with temperatures dipping to around 32 degrees and wind gusts possibly reaching 20 mph.
• Saturday, 10 AM: The Winter Weather Advisory is scheduled to conclude.
• Saturday Afternoon and Evening: Forecasters expect light rain and drizzle to continue.

Expected Snow Accumulation

Predictions for snowfall indicate significant accumulation in certain areas, as outlined below:

• In Orange and Putnam counties, elevations above 750 feet could see 2 to 3 inches of snow, while lower elevations may experience 1 to 2 inches. Areas at greater elevations might accumulate up to 5 inches.
• In New Jersey’s Passaic County and Connecticut’s Fairfield and New Haven counties, anticipated snowfall ranges from 1 to 3 inches.

Impact of Rain and Cold Temperatures

The broader context of this weather system includes a low-pressure pattern affecting the Northeast, resulting in chilling temperatures and significant rainfall.

New York City itself is expected to receive around 1 to 1.5 inches of rain, with temperatures hovering around the low 50s during Saturday—as conditions remain notably damp for mid-April.

Additional Outlook

This pattern of wet and chilly weather is expected to persist for the following days, as reported by NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, indicating a prolonged period of cooler-than-average temperatures across the region.

Source: This article is based on insights from FOX 5 meteorologist Nick Gregory, supplemented by data from the National Weather Service and FOX Weather.