National Weather Service maps show the most likely and maximum inches of snow expected to fall across New York neighborhoods as a Nor’easter brings winter storm warnings to the state, and drivers have been urged to stock their vehicles with essentials.
Why It Matters
Roads, particularly across bridges and overpasses, are expected to become slippery and dangerous, making travel “difficult to impossible” and affecting morning and evening commutes. Residents are being urged to prepare themselves as the wintry weather is likely to persist through to Friday, with emergency services and transportation agencies undertaking preparations to mitigate risks.
What to Know
At the time of publishing, the NWS has issued weather warnings to nine counties across New York—Fulton, Saratoga, Schenectady, Albany, Rensselaer, Greene, Ulster, Warren, and Washington—and has warned residents in these counties that they could see a maximum of 9 inches of snow on Tuesday through to Wednesday.
The map below shows the maximum amount of snow that some counties across New York are expected to get from Tuesday through to Friday.
According to the above NWS map, areas in Rensselaer County, including Berlin, could get a maximum of 9 inches by Friday. Areas around Springfield in Otsego County could get up to 10 inches, and places around Concord in Erie County, and also Watertown in Jefferson, could get up to 11 inches.
Albany County and Monticello in Sullivan could get up to 9 inches, and certain places in Herkimer County, including Ilion, and Onondaga County, including Syracuse, could get up to 7 inches.
The map below shows the probable amount of snow expected from Tuesday to Friday.
By Friday, Rensselaer County is likely to get 6 inches of snow. Areas in Otsego County could get up to 8 inches, and places in Erie County are also likely to see around 8 inches.
Jefferson County is expected to get around 7 inches, as is Albany. Sullivan and Onondaga Counties could see around 4 inches, while places in Herkimer County are expected to get 6 inches.
What People Are Saying
The NWS for New York said: “Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour are expected during the late morning and early afternoon hours. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.”
What Happens Next
New Yorkers in affected areas should continue to monitor local forecasts, as wintry conditions could change.
