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Northeast Braces for Coldest Air of the Season, Snow
Brutal cold, gusty winds, and accumulating snow expected this weekend
Published on Feb. 5, 2026
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The Northeast is set to experience the coldest air of the season this weekend, with snow, gusty winds, and dangerously low wind chills expected across the region. Some areas could see up to 4 inches of snow, while wind chills could plummet to 30 below zero, posing a risk of frostbite in as little as 10 minutes.
Why it matters
This extreme winter weather event will impact millions of residents across the Northeast, disrupting daily life and posing significant risks to public safety. The combination of heavy snow, bitterly cold temperatures, and high winds could lead to power outages, transportation issues, and potential health hazards.
The details
A quick-moving winter storm will bring snow to parts of the Midwest and Northeast on Friday, with the heaviest accumulations expected in New England. On Saturday, snow will spread across the region, with the potential for 2 to 4 inches in areas north of New York City. The snow will be accompanied by strong winds, leading to brutal wind chills that could reach 30 below zero in some areas. Exposed skin could develop frostbite in as little as 10 minutes in the harshest conditions.
- On Friday morning, a quick snow shower will move through Michigan, Indiana and Ohio.
- Friday afternoon, snow will fall from eastern Kentucky through western Pennsylvania.
- On Friday evening, scattered snow will be across Appalachia, from the Smoky Mountains to upstate New York.
- On Saturday, snow will fall over New England — mainly for all areas north of New York City.
- High temperatures in New York City will only reach the 20s on Saturday and the teens on Sunday.
The players
Northeast
The northeastern region of the United States, including states such as New York, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania, which will be impacted by the extreme winter weather.
Lake Placid and Saranac Lake
Areas in northeastern New York state that are expected to experience some of the lowest wind chills, potentially reaching -35 degrees.
What’s next
Next week, a slow pattern change is expected, with average to even above average temperatures possible for the East by the middle and end of next week. It will still be chilly, but given the brutal cold we have all been enduring, it might feel downright balmy.
The takeaway
This extreme winter weather event serves as a stark reminder of the importance of preparedness and safety measures during periods of severe cold. Residents in the affected areas should take precautions to protect themselves and their loved ones, and be prepared for potential disruptions to daily life.
