N.Y. weather: More snow? Forecasters eyeing possible coastal storm that could hit NYC this weekend

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — New York City residents should brace for another round of winter weather as forecasters track another coastal storm that could impact the region this weekend.

AccuWeather Meteorologist Alyssa Glenny said Monday that forecasters are closely monitoring a system that is forming to the southeast that could deliver fresh snowfall and increased wind across Staten Island.

“We are monitoring the potential for a coastal storm this weekend,” Glenny said. “The details are still being ironed out.”

Unlike the storm that moved through the area this past Sunday, this upcoming system may have some hazards of its own, as forecasters expect it could be windier and bring stronger gusts.

“It’s likely that this storm could be windier than what we noticed with this weekend’s coastal storm,” Glenny said. “There’s a higher potential for gusts to exceed 30 or more.”

Even before the new system arrives, blustery conditions could worsen hazards created by the existing snowpack.

“Over the upcoming days, it will still be pretty breezy around Staten Island,” Glenny explained. “Any snow on the ground from the storm this weekend could drift or blow around a little bit over the next 24 to 48 hours.”

The threat of a second storm comes as the city remains locked in a deep freeze that is preserving snow from the last system and leaving no chance for melting anytime soon.

Glenny said the region will remain stuck below freezing through at least early February, with daytime highs staying in the mid-20s and nighttime lows tumbling into the single digits.

“Unfortunately, the snow that has fallen is going to hang around for at least the end of the month into early February,” she said. “No melting will occur for at least a week and a half.”

Residents should be especially cautious later in the week, when the coldest temperatures are expected.

“We have a low of 6 degrees Friday night,” Glenny said. “So definitely cold into the single digits from Wednesday night into Friday night.”

With frigid air and gusty conditions combining to create dangerous wind chills, Glenny urged Islanders to be cautious while preparing for the next winter storm.

“Whenever we have breezy to windy conditions paired with temperatures in the teens to 20s, it makes it feel so much colder,” she said. “Protect your skin, avoid exposing any areas, and stay as warm as possible.”