We hope your black puffer coat and oversized scarf a la Lenny Kravitz are at the ready — the New Year’s Eve weather is a’changing.
Originally, after Tuesday’s arctic winds gusting up to 40 miles per hour and Upstate’s lake effect storms, we expected to see flurries early Wednesday morning, which did not happen.
They could, however, be fashionably late to the New Year’s Eve party and arrive around 9pm or so. Per reporting from Gothamist, should we see a dusting tonight, it’ll be the first snow on New Year’s Eve in nine years.
That white Christmas didn’t happen, but 2026 just might be another story. (Hence the need for those winter accessories.)
Will we see snow in Times Square this New Year’s Eve?
According to the AccuWeather forecast, we certainly can’t rule out a bit of snow tonight.
Although we’ll be experiencing 30 degree temperatures, in actuality, it can feel like just half that at 15 degrees. Yowza! That makes it cold enough for snow, and predictions reveal that we can experience about an inch of coating. While it’s not abominable, it’s enough to hit our nine-year no-snow record, which could definitely be a fun way to ring in 2026.
In addition to the snow, the New York City Emergency Management System indicates that winds will remain potent. In a post on X at 4pm on New Year’s Eve, the warning said:
Cold and windy conditions continue across NYC. Gusty southwest winds today shift to colder northwest winds Thursday morning, with blustery conditions during the day.
A Code Blue is in effect due to dangerous cold. If you see someone who may need shelter, call 311 immediately. Use caution during the early morning commute, secure loose outdoor items, and always dress for winter conditions.
Stay warm out there, New Yorkers. Wishing you a Happy New Year!