NEW YORK, NY – Winter is starting to show its edge across the Northeast as a sharp cold snap tightens its hold over New York heading into the weekend. The city will wake to brisk winds and dry skies Friday morning, but forecasters say a light snow chance could return Friday night into early Saturday, marking the city’s first real taste of December winter.
According to the National Weather Service, a weak disturbance sliding off the coast may bring a 20–40% chance of light snow late Friday. Temperatures will hover near the freezing mark, so slick spots and black ice may develop on bridges and secondary roads by Saturday morning. Gusty northwest winds will keep wind chills in the teens and 20s, adding bite to an already frosty weekend.
Drivers and commuters should plan extra travel time Friday night and Saturday morning, especially along I-95, the George Washington Bridge, and major parkways where refreeze could cause isolated slick patches. Those decorating for the holidays or planning outdoor errands should brace for blustery, cold air that lasts through Sunday.
Long-range NOAA maps now hint at a colder, snow-favoring pattern from December 11–17, suggesting the next Arctic push could bring heavier snow bands to upstate New York and the Great Lakes region — a signal of winter’s steady advance.
Five-Day Outlook (New York City, NY)
- Friday: Mostly sunny early, breezy. High 36°F.
- Friday Night: 40% chance of light snow, low 35°F.
- Saturday: Partly cloudy, breezy, high 41°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 41°F, low 27°F.
- Monday–Tuesday: Dry, highs mid-30s, lows near 20°F.
