Albany, New York – A Winter Storm Watch remains in effect from Sunday morning through Monday evening for all of eastern New York and western New England, with a high-impact, long-duration snowstorm expected to produce significant accumulations.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, snowfall totals between 12 and 18 inches are possible across much of eastern New York, western Massachusetts, western Connecticut, and southern Vermont. The highest snowfall amounts are expected in the eastern Catskills, Mid-Hudson Valley, and portions of southwestern New England.
Snow is expected to begin Sunday morning and intensify through Sunday night into Monday. Forecasters warn that snowfall rates may exceed one inch per hour at times, particularly Sunday night, which could rapidly deteriorate road conditions. Travel could become difficult during the storm, with hazardous conditions likely impacting both the Monday morning and evening commutes.
In addition, a Lake Effect Snow Warning remains in effect until 7 p.m. Friday for Hamilton and northern Herkimer counties. Persistent lake effect snow bands may produce an additional 4 to 8 inches of snow, with wind gusts up to 35 mph causing blowing and drifting snow and sharply reduced visibility.
Officials warn that travel within lake effect snow bands could be very difficult due to snow-covered roads and near-whiteout conditions. Another round of widespread snow is expected Sunday into Monday as the larger storm system moves through the region.
Residents are urged to monitor forecast updates closely and prepare now for prolonged winter weather impacts. Officials recommend delaying non-essential travel and allowing extra time for necessary trips.
Commuters, students, and weekend travelers across eastern New York and western New England should be prepared for rapidly changing conditions and significant travel disruptions.
