Snow expected tonight across New York and New Jersey: Forecast, totals, alerts
NEW YORK - A quick-moving storm is expected to bring the first meaningful snowfall of the season to New York and New Jersey tonight, with most of the snow falling between midnight and 9 a.m. Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.
How much snow will New York City get?
What we know:
Snow will move in late Saturday and continue into early Sunday morning, dropping 2 to 3 inches in interior locations and 3 to 5 inches in New York City, Northeast New Jersey and along the coast. Some areas on eastern Long Island could between 4 and 6 inches.
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Snow potential for Midwest, Northeast. (FOX Weather)
Winter Weather Advisories are in effect from 10 p.m. tonight through 1 p.m. Sunday for:
- Northeast New Jersey
- New York City
- Long Island
- Southern Westchester County
- Coastal Connecticut
Forecasters say the snow may start wet in some places but will become lighter and more powdery overnight as temperatures fall.
This graphic shows how a weak Polar Vortex allows cold air to spill over the U.S. (FOX Weather)
Snowfall forecast highlights
According to the latest NWS maps:
- NYC: 3–4 inches
- Newark: about 3.0 inches
- White Plains: 2.8 inches
- Islip: 4.7 inches
- Westhampton: 5.3 inches
- Montauk: 4.5 inches
- Northern Orange County: Just under 2 inches
Projected accumulated snow totals across the NYC Metro area from Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, to Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025. (Credit: National Weather Service)
What time will snow start in NYC, New Jersey?
Timeline:
As of 3 p.m. on Saturday, the National Weather Service predicts that snow will start falling through NYC, northeastern New Jersey, Long Island and southern Connecticut around 10 p.m. on Dec. 13. Some areas further east in Connecticut might not see snow until about 1 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 14.
The snow may end by around 7 a.m. Sunday in most of New York City and northern New Jersey, with it continuing until around 10 a.m. on Long Island and southeastern Connecticut.
Hazards and impacts
- Roads may become slippery late tonight through Sunday morning.
- Snow-covered roads and reduced visibility could make travel unsafe, especially before sunrise.
- Temperatures drop into the 20s, helping the snow stick quickly.
- Untreated sidewalks and bridges may stay slick into midday Sunday.
Why you should care:
This will be the first snow of the season that actually sticks for most of the New York City and northern New Jersey region. Early-season storms often lead to more accidents because drivers are not yet used to winter road conditions.
What's next:
The snow is expected to taper off late Sunday morning. Residents are urged to check for updated forecasts and travel advisories through the National Weather Service.
The Source: This story is based on snowfall forecasts and briefings from the National Weather Service New York, NY.