UPDATE: A powerful winter storm is currently impacting New York City and New Jersey, with the National Weather Service (NWS) issuing urgent winter storm warnings. Snowfall totals have been adjusted downwards, but travelers are still facing dangerous conditions as the storm brings heavy snow, ice, and dangerously reduced visibility.
Just announced, the NWS revealed via their X account that snowfall totals around NYC and northeast NJ have been lowered due to a northeast shift in precipitation. However, the forecast now includes a glaze of ice, raising concerns for those on the road. The NWS warns that “overnight travel will be difficult,” emphasizing that snow and ice are creating hazardous conditions on roadways.
The winter storm, which began impacting the Northeast on Friday, December 26, 2025, has already deposited up to 10 inches of snow in some regions, particularly affecting parts of New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. New York Governor Kathy Hochul responded to the storm, advising residents to be prepared before venturing out. “As always, I urge New Yorkers to monitor their local forecast and text their county or borough name to our weather and emergency alerts system,” she stated. “Stay vigilant, drive slowly if you need to travel, and have a safe holiday weekend.”
The NWS forecasts that snow and sleet accumulations in the New Jersey and NYC areas will reach between two and five inches, with northern metro areas potentially seeing up to six inches. A light glaze of ice has already formed, and a wintry mix of snow and sleet is expected to blanket the region throughout Saturday morning.
Residents are advised to heed NWS warnings, with winter storm warnings issued when “significant combinations of hazardous winter weather are occurring or imminent.” Travel could be severely impacted for the projected 122.4 million Americans set to travel during the holiday season, according to AAA.
Next Steps: The winter storm warning remains in effect for the Tri-State area until 1 p.m. on December 27, 2025. Authorities stress that conditions will continue to evolve, and residents should stay updated through local forecasts.
As millions prepare to celebrate the New Year, the ongoing winter weather poses a serious threat, potentially slowing travel for many. Stay tuned for further updates as conditions develop.
