New York, NY – A winter weather advisory calls for freezing rain and sleet early Friday, creating slick travel across parts of interior New York and northern New Jersey.
According to the National Weather Service in New York, freezing rain, snow and sleet are expected between 5 a.m. and noon Friday across Western Passaic County in New Jersey and Orange and Putnam counties in New York.
Forecasters say ice accretion of up to one-tenth of an inch is possible, particularly across higher elevations. Snow and sleet accumulations are expected to remain under one inch. Temperatures will hover in the low 30s during the early morning hours, allowing ice to form on untreated and elevated surfaces.
The greatest travel concerns are expected through 6 a.m. Friday, when freezing rain and sleet may create icy conditions on bridges, overpasses and secondary roads. Even minor ice accumulations can make elevated surfaces hazardous before temperatures gradually rise above freezing later in the morning.
The advisory area includes communities near Interstate 84 and surrounding higher terrain. There is also potential for freezing rain to extend toward the Interstate 84 corridor in Connecticut and into northern sections of Westchester, Rockland and Bergen counties.
Forecasters note that the timing of temperatures rising above freezing will determine how long icy conditions persist. A slower warm-up could allow additional ice buildup, while a quicker transition may limit total accumulation.
Drivers during the early commute, including students and morning shift workers, should plan for reduced speeds and extra travel time.
The next weather briefing is expected by 6 a.m. Friday.
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