Winter Storm Warning Update as Snow Forecast Expands

New winter weather alerts issued across Northeast and Upper Midwest as active February pattern delivers snow, gusty winds, and hazardous travel conditions.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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The National Weather Service (NWS) issued new winter weather alerts on Monday as the forecast for snow grew to encompass parts of the Northeast and Upper Midwest. Winter weather advisories and winter storm warnings remain in effect across large portions of the country, including Montana, Wyoming, California, Wisconsin, Michigan, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Alaska, and Hawaii.

Why it matters

The expanding winter storm warnings and advisories highlight the active and disruptive weather pattern impacting much of the country, with the potential for significant snowfall, gusty winds, and hazardous travel conditions that could significantly impact daily life and commerce across the affected regions.

The details

In New York, up to 11 inches of snow is possible, with the heaviest snowfall expected Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning. Vermont could see up to 6 inches of snow, with the highest rates of 1-1.5 inches per hour expected during the Tuesday evening commute. New Hampshire and Maine are also under winter weather advisories, with up to 5 inches of snow expected. Other affected areas include Montana, Wyoming, California, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Alaska, with warnings of heavy snow, blizzard conditions, and difficult to impossible travel.

  • The winter weather alerts were issued by the NWS on Monday, February 9, 2026.
  • The snow is expected to begin falling late Tuesday morning, February 10, 2026 and continue through Wednesday night, February 11, 2026.
  • The heaviest snowfall rates of 1-1.5 inches per hour are expected during the Tuesday evening commute on February 10, 2026.
  • The winter storm warnings and advisories are set to expire by early Wednesday morning, February 11, 2026, though some lingering snow showers may continue.

The players

National Weather Service (NWS)

The National Weather Service is the primary source of weather data, forecasts, and warnings for the United States.

Binghamton and Buffalo, New York NWS Offices

The NWS offices in Binghamton and Buffalo, New York that issued winter weather advisories for their respective regions.

NWS Burlington, Vermont

The NWS office in Burlington, Vermont that issued a winter weather advisory for the surrounding area.

NWS Gray, Maine

The NWS office in Gray, Maine that issued a winter weather advisory for the state.

NWS Honolulu, Hawaii

The NWS office in Honolulu, Hawaii that issued a winter storm warning for the Big Island summits.

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What they’re saying

“A clipper system will bring a quick-hitting round of snow Tuesday morning and early afternoon with light accumulations.”

— NWS Binghamton, Meteorologist (NWS Binghamton)

“The heaviest snowfall rates are expected to occur during the Tuesday evening commute and will likely increase impacts during this time.”

— NWS Burlington, Meteorologist (NWS Burlington)

“Although snowfall amounts will be light, travel will still be impacted due to snowfall accumulations on untreated roads.”

— NWS Gray, Maine, Meteorologist (NWS Gray, Maine)

What’s next

Residents in the affected areas should monitor the latest weather forecasts and warnings, prepare for potential travel disruptions, and heed any safety advisories issued by local authorities.

The takeaway

The widespread winter storm warnings and advisories highlight the active and disruptive weather pattern impacting much of the country, underscoring the need for diligent weather monitoring and preparedness as heavy snow, gusty winds, and hazardous travel conditions could significantly disrupt daily life across the affected regions.