Synopsis:
Happy Hanukkah!
A major Winter storm is on the way. There are some differences with the models with specifics (but that is expected). A significant snowfall will occur for most of the tri-state area. A mix is also possible at the coast and to the South and into Central NJ. The storm will develop along the Delmarva Peninsula this afternoon and move just offshore of the NJ coast tonight.
Today will start off with some filtered sunshine but clouds will increase and thicken during the day. A swath of light snow will move into the area from Southwest to Northeast during the afternoon. As the storm gets cranking along the coast the snow will become heavy at times during the evening. Enough mild air will work in off the ocean for mainly rain for Southern NJ. The heavy snow may mix with sleet and or freezing rain in the immediate NYC vicinity and over Long Island.
2nd call snow amounts have been posted above. Many regions have the potential for around a foot of snow just North and West of the City. These bands will change as we get closer to the event. Wind will also be any issue with gusts up to 45mph possible, especially at the coast. Isolated power outages are possible with blowing and drifting of snow. Coastal flooding may occur at times of high tide Thursday morning.
The storm will move offshore Thursday taking the snow with it by late morning through early afternoon. The sun will return.
Friday and Saturday will be more tranquil as Canadian high pressure dominates. Sunny, cold conditions are expected.
Stay Tuned.
Keep it here for a no nonsense, no hype forecast.
Today:
Thickening clouds. Snow developing later in the afternoon. A mix possible South. Highs 30º-35º. Northeast winds increasing to 10-20mph during the afternoon.
Tonight:
Depending on your location. Periods of heavy snow, sleet or rain. Thunder snow is possible this evening. Lows in the 20s, the 30s over Southern NJ. Windy. Northeast winds at 15-30mph with gusts to over 50mph at the coast.
Thursday:
Morning snow to late day sun, Cold. Highs around freezing.
Friday:
Sunny. Cold. Highs in the mid 30s.
Saturday:
Mostly sunny. Cold. Highs in the mid 30s.
Sunday:
Mostly sunny. Not as harsh. Highs in the lower 40s.