UPDATE: Freezing temperatures are set to persist throughout the week, with dangerously cold mornings impacting the Tri-State Area. First Alert Weather Days are in effect through Friday, warning residents of wind chills plummeting to between -20° and 0°. This severe chill poses significant risks for frostbite and hypothermia, prompting officials to urge the community to limit time outdoors and check on vulnerable neighbors and pets.
After the recent snowstorm, the region is bracing for some of the coldest conditions of the season. Authorities confirm that temperatures will remain 10 to 20 degrees below normal, providing little relief even during daylight hours. Afternoon highs are projected to stay below freezing, marking a notably persistent cold spell for late January.
Residents should also be cautious of hazardous road conditions, as slush and snow are likely to freeze, creating slippery surfaces. The cold snap has triggered Cold Weather Advisories across various areas. Most of New Jersey is under an advisory until 10 a.m. Wednesday, with feels-like temperatures ranging from -10° to -5°. New York City and Nassau County are under advisories starting Tuesday night until Wednesday morning, as wind chills are expected to drop below zero.
Tuesday will see frigid conditions, with wind chills ranging from -10° to 5°. Light flurries may make an appearance in the afternoon, but the overarching concern remains the extreme cold, as wind chill values hover between 5° to 10°. Tonight, temperatures are forecasted to dip again, with wind chills falling to -10° to 0°.
The cold pattern is expected to continue unabated through midweek, with Wednesday’s feels-like temperatures remaining in the 10° to 15° range. By Thursday, conditions will feel even colder, ranging from 5° to 10° throughout the day.
The weather team is closely monitoring the situation for any incoming storms that could impact the area as the cold settles in. The American (GFS) model predicts a potential system brushing the area on Sunday, while the European model shows the system tracking further offshore. Both models suggest minimal snowfall, with projections of only 0.1 inches. As the days progress, the forecast will likely be refined.
Residents are urged to stay updated and take necessary precautions as this arctic chill grips the region, ensuring safety for themselves and those around them.