Summary:

Winter storm expected this weekend in NYC and the Tri-State area.
Expect a wintry mix of snow, sleet, and rain.
Hazardous travel conditions possible, especially north and west of NYC.
Snow accumulation: light coating to 1 inch in NYC, up to 6 inches in higher elevations.
DSNY has issued a Winter Operations Advisory.

NYC Winter Storm Warning: Snow, Sleet, and Rain This Weekend!

Another winter storm is heading towards New York City and the Tri-State area this weekend, bringing a wintry mix of snow, sleet, and rain.

Storm Timeline

Saturday: Snow will start falling across the region by midday, continuing into the evening. Then, a changeover to sleet and rain is expected as milder air moves in.
Sunday: North and west of NYC, sleet and freezing rain will likely persist into Sunday morning, creating hazardous travel conditions. The city and southern areas will see another round of soaking rain in the afternoon. A wintry mix is possible further north and west.

Snowfall Predictions

Snow accumulation is predicted to range from a light coating to 1 inch in the city and Long Island. Areas north and west of the city could see 1-3 inches, with higher elevations potentially receiving 3-6 inches.

City Preparations

The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) has issued a Winter Operations Advisory, starting Saturday at 12:00 p.m. and lasting until 6:00 a.m. Sunday. They pre-treated roads with brine and will deploy salt spreaders and plows as needed.

Post-Storm Conditions

Following the storm, expect clear skies and much colder temperatures, with highs below freezing for most of the week. Strong winds are also anticipated on Monday. Another potential weather system could arrive later in the week.

Stay tuned to Chief Meteorologist Lee Goldberg and the Eyewitness News AccuWeather team for further updates.

Source: ABC7 New York