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Brutal Cold, Snow to Hit Northeast This Weekend
Frigid temperatures and accumulating snow expected across the region.
Published on Feb. 6, 2026
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A winter storm is set to bring the coldest air of the season to parts of the Northeast this weekend, with snow, strong winds, and dangerously low wind chills. Some areas could see wind chills plummet to 30 below zero, posing a risk of frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Why it matters
The impending cold blast and winter weather will impact daily life and travel across the Northeast, with the potential for power outages, school closures, and dangerous conditions for those spending time outdoors. This event highlights the region's vulnerability to extreme winter weather and the importance of preparedness.
The details
The storm system will bring snow to parts of the Midwest on Friday, with accumulations of up to 2 inches possible in states like Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio. The snow will then spread into Appalachia and the Northeast on Friday evening and Saturday, with the highest totals of 2-4 inches expected along the eastern I-90 corridor from Syracuse to Buffalo. In addition to the snow, brutally cold temperatures and strong winds will create dangerous wind chills, potentially dropping as low as 35 below zero in parts of upstate New York.
- 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.
- This low to moderate impact winter storm will usher in another cold blast along with very windy conditions from Friday night through Sunday morning.
The players
Northeast
The geographic region in the northeastern United States, including states such as New York, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania, that will be impacted by the winter storm.
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.
The takeaway
This winter storm serves as a stark reminder of the Northeast's vulnerability to extreme cold and the importance of preparedness, as residents will need to take precautions to stay safe during the dangerously low temperatures and wind chills.
