We’re not saying it’s time to retrieve your winter wardrobe from the back of the closet, but…we’re not not saying that, either.
The Farmer’s Almanac is shelling out its predictions for the season’s first frost, NYC, and you might be in for some frigid conditions before your Thanksgiving turkey makes its way into the oven. (We did get a bold winter weather prediction forecast after all…)
Though meteorologists foresee autumnal bliss ahead for the Empire State, complete with crisp air and foliage — a.k.a. music to our ears — we might not be too lucky for too long. “frost”…well, we’re not Elsa! We certainly have some concerns about the cold.
For a little bit more about what Mother Nature is planning for the next few months ahead, read on.
First frost: NYC might be in for cold conditions sooner than expected
Per Farmer’s Almanac, NYC could get its first frost by Friday, November 14th, so prepare for a cozy Friday night inside.
The data is calculated using 1991-2020 Climate Normals from NOAA, and there is roughly a three in 10 chance the frost will occur either before or after the specific date. Since we want to soak up those fall vibes as much as humanly possible, we’re going to keep our fingers crossed for the latter.
For those who are weary of the chilly temps, we have some good news: The Farmer’s Almanac says this frost date is more of a “flexible guide,” not necessarily a guarantee. Who knows? Maybe the frost will happen sooner! (We kid, we kid.)
In the meantime, have a gander at our 2025 fall bucket list and prepare for a season of apples, pumpkins, Halloween events, debuts, and more fun throughout the city. We’ll see you there, frost or not.