Rain And Growing Snow Risk For New York City

"Rain is expected to spread across the city late this morning into the afternoon, turning into a mostly gray, soggy day. The high should land near 42°F, with new rainfall totals generally between a quarter and a half inch. Northeast winds around 10 to 14 mph will keep showers going at times and could gust to about 20 mph. Reduced visibility and slick roads may slow both the morning and evening rush, so commuters should expect some extra headaches on the way to and from work."

"Out on the water, Small Craft Advisories remain in effect. Boaters can expect 5 to 6 foot seas and gusty east winds that will stick around into tonight."

"Attention is already shifting to the second half of the weekend as confidence grows that a coastal low could bring accumulating snow Sunday into Monday, from Sunday, Feb. 22 through Monday, Feb. 23, 2026. The most intense snow bands are currently projected for Sunday afternoon through Sunday night. According to the National Weather Service, the official outlook keeps most of New York City in the 1 to 3 inch range. Forecasters, however, note roughly a 30 to 40 percent chance that a heavier, more disruptive 6 inch or greater snowfall could materialize for Long Island, New York City and northeast New Jersey, depending on the exact path of the storm. Strong northeast winds are also on the table, along with a risk of coastal flooding Sunday night into Monday if the low hugs the shoreline."

Cloudy, drizzly conditions and steady rain will affect New York City Friday, with temperatures near 35°F in the morning and a high near 42°F. New rainfall totals are expected between a quarter and a half inch, with northeast winds 10–14 mph and gusts near 20 mph causing reduced visibility and slick roads that could slow commute times. Small Craft Advisories are in effect with 5–6 foot seas and gusty east winds into tonight. A coastal low is likely Sunday into Monday, with an official 1–3 inch snow outlook but a 30–40% chance of 6+ inches and a risk of coastal flooding.

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