New York wakes up under a steel-gray sky and biting February air. Wind sweeps across the Hudson Valley and cuts through coats. Temperatures sit near 24 degrees in Albany, with wind chills closer to 13. Pavement looks dry in spots, but slick patches linger where melting refroze before sunrise.
This is classic flash-freeze season. Snowmelt during the day can refreeze quickly after sunset. Black ice often hides in shaded intersections and along I-87 and I-90 ramps. Take it slow through the morning commute.
Skies gradually brighten with partial sunshine later today. Highs climb near 30 degrees. Northwest winds gust up to 20 mph, keeping that winter bite in place. Clearer skies tonight allow temperatures to tumble near 10 degrees. It will feel sharp and brisk again by daybreak Friday.
Sunshine dominates Friday, with highs near 30. Calm winds help, but cold air holds firm. By Friday night, a 30 percent chance of snow showers develops. Any light accumulation could create slick spots into early Saturday, especially north and west of the city.
Valentine’s Day Saturday turns milder. Highs reach near 38 under mostly cloudy skies. Evening temperatures fall back into the teens. Sunday stays partly sunny and seasonably cold, with highs again near 38.
Looking ahead, Washington’s Birthday brings near 39 degrees. Early next week trends milder, with highs climbing into the lower 40s by Tuesday. The 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across much of the Northeast. A late-week rain chance appears by Wednesday as a broader system tracks east.
Winter is not done yet, but a gradual thaw hints at early spring vibes.
How icy was it in your neighborhood this morning?
