Tri-State Area to Experience First Snow of the Season This Weekend

First Snowfall Expected in Tri-State Area

Some areas in the tri-state region will see their first snowflakes of the season this week. If you live north and west of New York City, prepare for potential snow accumulation from Thursday evening into Friday morning.

Weather Advisories Issued

A winter weather advisory is in effect for Sullivan and western Ulster counties in New York and Pike County in Pennsylvania. Additionally, a winter storm watch will impact Carbon and Monroe counties from 4 p.m. Thursday to 4 p.m. Friday.

Snow Forecast Details

The most snow is expected in higher elevations in Pike, Sullivan, western Ulster, and northwestern New Jersey. These areas could start experiencing snow as early as Thursday evening, continuing through Friday morning.

• Residents in higher elevations may see snow accumulations ranging from a trace up to five inches.
• The highest elevations could receive six to eight inches by the end of the storm.

Temperature Expectations

Morning temperatures on Friday will hover around 40 degrees but may stay near freezing in higher elevations.

Stay alert for updates as the storm approaches.