Easter in the Northeast is expected to bring New York's heaviest snow in two years. A snowstorm begins Monday storm night, meteorologists predict heavy snow in parts of New Jersey, New York and Connecticut.
Heavy snow will spread across parts of the Northeast starting Monday night and continuing through Tuesday Friday, with up to 5 centimeters of snow fall. Precipitation expected in some snow areas per year. weather, National Weather Service meteorologists said.
This is not a long-lasting storm; Snow will fall quickly, accumulating to a foot or more in some cases.
Even in Central Park, which is not yet covered in snow. to snow. or more by January 29, 2022, could lead to the return of sleds, snowballs and snowmen on Tuesday afternoon.
Important aspects are detailed below. What you need to know about the storm.
Snow most likely appearing in New York, with more than 6 inches possible. It will start with rain in the city and will likely change to snow around Tuesday morning on the way to work. There is still some uncertainty about the exact date will fall. precipitation. Changing from rain to snow in the New York metropolitan area, which would affect snow totals.
The heaviest band of snow is most likely to fall in the South of New York City. York and coastal England, meteorologists at the National Weather Service in Boston said Monday afternoon. Cities like Boston are less likely to see a foot of snow than initially expected.
Schools announce closures ahead of Tuesday's storm. According to the district's website, Boston Public Schools will remain closed, and New York Public Schools has also announced that classes will be taught remotely.
Snow likely to the mid-Atlantic. in New England.
On Monday, the weather service said its meteorologists were confident that Connecticut and the lower Hudson Valley would see at least six inches of snow. The heaviest snow will fall in northern Pennsylvania and southern New York before reaching southern New York, England, on Tuesday, the weather service said. The forecast changed Monday night, with a higher chance of heavier snow falling farther south in New York and Long Island. Areas north and west of New York may receive less snow than initially expected. However, it is still unclear where the strongest band might fall.
Winter storm warnings arrived for the city from New York and Long Island on Monday afternoon . in force. It's done. where meteorologists expect at least six inches of snow.
How much snow is expected?
At a snow conference Press release Monday afternoon, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said heavy rain is expected in all five boroughs starting Monday night, leaving roads slick and visibility poor during the morning commute.
“It's been a while since we've had significant snowfall." Time said Mr. Adams. "The time has come. Mother Nature does what she wants." Strong winds and coastal flooding will accompany the storm. Coastal flooding is expected along the Jersey Shore and Long Island, according to the Weather Service. A winter storm warning has been issued from Pennsylvania to the Jersey Shore. Massachusetts, where wind gusts up to 35-65 km/h can occur and snow accumulations can reach up to 25, perhaps up to 33 centimeters. A thunderstorm warning is in effect until Tuesday at 6 p.m. Inland sections of northeastern New Jersey, the lower Hudson Valley and the Southern Connecticut could experience heavy snow. Wet snow accumulations of up to 12 inches and larger amounts are expected locally, especially north of I-84 Monday night, the weather service said.
Meteorologists warned of strong winds and snow. Severe weather may damage trees and power lines. Five to 20 centimeters of snow expected in the area New York and Long Island. The New York State Department of Transportation said it is monitoring weather conditions and stands ready to respond with a variety of heavy equipment, including 1,544 large vehicles snow plows and 36 snow plows.
Other areas, however, had slightly different preparations in mind.
Dean Ryder , owner of Thunder Ridge Ski Area in Putnam County, New York, said he is preparing for a possible influx of customers. He said the ski area could double its visitors after a big snowstorm.
Thunder Ridge offers courses that regularly attract skiers, but "it's nothing compared to a snowstorm" when it comes to generating business, he said. "Just look out the window."