First Alert Forecast: Snow Expected in NYC Area Before Christmas

Snow and rain are expected to return to the New York City area this week in advance of Christmas.

Our First Alert Weather Team has declared a First Alert Weather Day for Tuesday due to potential travel issues.

This Article Includes

0.1 Related posts
0.2 Forecasters Eye Coastal Storm That Could Bring More Snow To Pennsylvania
0.3 Tracking the Snowstorm Expected to Hit New York and New Jersey

1 Snow totals late Monday into Tuesday
2 Projected snowfall totals by region

Forecasters Eye Coastal Storm That Could Bring More Snow To Pennsylvania

January 27, 2026

Tracking the Snowstorm Expected to Hit New York and New Jersey

January 23, 2026

Snow totals late Monday into Tuesday

Following a sunny and cold day on Monday, a small system is expected to deliver another bout of wintry weather to the region late this evening and early Tuesday morning.

With cold air continuing in place, many locations will likely see heavy snowfall before the rain arrives.

Snowfall totals will vary from a dusting to two inches on average, with 2-4 inches in northwestern zones. There is unlikely to be any accumulation along the coast.

Travel delays are likely, given that this little storm coincides with the busiest time for holiday travel. After the storm passes, things appear clear and tranquil for Christmas Eve. There may be a few showers on Christmas Day. Both days will see highs in the 40s.