Summary:
Wind chills in the teens this weekend made it feel dangerously cold.
The cold snap continues into early next week with temperatures in the teens and a high of around 25 degrees on Monday.
A chance of light snow on Christmas Eve is possible.
Warmer temperatures are expected by Christmas Day and Hanukkah.
NYC saw its first December snow in three years.
NYC's Deep Freeze: How Long Will the Cold Snap Last?
<img src="https://media.nbcnewyork.com/2019/09/NYC_aerial-1-1.png?fit=2060%2C847&quality=85&strip=all&w=400&h=44&crop=1" alt="NYC Skyline">New York City is experiencing a frigid cold snap, with wind chills making it feel even colder than the actual temperature. This weekend saw wind chills in the teens, making it crucial for residents to bundle up and stay warm.
The Forecast:
The cold isn't letting up just yet. Temperatures will remain in the teens overnight Sunday and into Monday morning. Monday's high might only reach around 25 degrees. However, there is a gradual warming trend predicted for the rest of the week.
<img src="https://media.nbcnewyork.com/2024/12/sun_am_feels_like.png?resize=218%2C123&quality=85&strip=all" alt="Temperature Forecast">There's a chance of a light dusting of snow (around half an inch) on Christmas Eve morning, but warmer temperatures are expected by Christmas Day and Hanukkah.
<img src="https://media.nbcnewyork.com/2024/12/sun_pm_snow.png?resize=218%2C123&quality=85&strip=all" alt="Snow Forecast">The recent winter solstice brought NYC its first December snow in three years, with nearly 2 inches recorded in Central Park.
Stay Safe and Warm!
Remember to layer up, check on vulnerable neighbors, and stay informed about weather updates.
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