Winter isn’t over yet for the Lower Hudson Valley, with more snow predicted for Westchester, Rockland, and Putnam counties this weekend. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued winter weather advisories across the region, starting Saturday afternoon and lasting until Sunday morning, warning of potentially slippery roads and a mix of snow and rain that could lead to snow and ice accumulation. If you’re wondering “How Much Snow Are We Getting,” here’s the latest forecast to help you prepare for the weekend weather.
Snow Forecast for Westchester and Rockland Counties
For Westchester and Rockland counties, the National Weather Service anticipates up to one inch of snow during the day on Saturday. The likelihood of precipitation is very high, at 100% by Saturday evening. As night falls, expect possible new snow accumulations of up to 2 inches. Sunday’s forecast shifts to rain, with a potential rainfall of three-quarters to one inch and a 100% chance of precipitation during the day. The rain chance decreases to 30% before 7 p.m., followed by partly cloudy skies.
Temperatures on Saturday will remain chilly, with daytime highs near 35 degrees Fahrenheit, and wind chill values making it feel between 20 and 30 degrees. Saturday night will see temperatures slightly drop to around 34 degrees by 3 a.m. Sunday, with wind chill values in the 25-30 degree range. Sunday will bring warmer temperatures, with a high of 44 degrees and a low around 29 degrees.
Snow and Ice的可能性 for Putnam County
Putnam County faces a slightly different weather scenario. Saturday has a 60% chance of precipitation during the day, with possible snowfall of up to one inch. The forecast includes a mix of snow and sleet before 1 a.m. Sunday, transitioning to freezing rain and sleet between 1 a.m. and 4 a.m., and more freezing rain early Sunday morning. Ice accumulation is expected to be between 0.1 to 0.2 inches, and total snow accumulation could reach up to 4 inches.
Sunday in Putnam County is expected to be rainy, with a 30% chance of rain in the afternoon. High temperatures will reach near 41 degrees. Sunday night may bring more showers, with a 30% chance before 9 p.m., and a slight chance of showers between 9 p.m. and midnight. Temperatures will decrease, with lows projected near 25 degrees.
President’s Day Weather Outlook
Looking ahead to President’s Day, Putnam County is expected to be partly sunny and breezy, with daytime highs near 26 degrees. Monday night will be partly cloudy and cold, with lows around 12 degrees.
Westchester and Rockland counties will experience slightly milder conditions on President’s Day, with highs near 31 degrees and breezy winds. Monday night is forecasted to be mostly clear with lows in the teens.
(Updated with the latest information.)
