Strong, gusty winds up to 45 mph will impact Staten Island through Thursday night, according to the National Weather Service. A wind advisory remains in effect until 4 a.m. Friday as temperatures drop sharply into the mid-20s overnight.
The weather service reports that west-northwest winds will continue with sustained speeds of 20-24 mph through Thursday afternoon, with frequent gusts between 30-35 mph. Some locations could experience occasional gusts reaching 40-43 mph. Wind speeds will gradually decrease Thursday evening, with gusts around 25 mph overnight.
Thursday’s unseasonably cold temperatures will continue to fall as an Arctic air mass moves through the region. Wind chills will make it feel significantly colder than the actual temperature. Residents should secure loose outdoor objects and be prepared for difficult driving conditions, especially for high-profile vehicles.
New York City can expect very cold conditions Friday with temperatures struggling to get above freezing by late afternoon. Wind chills will remain in the 20s throughout the day. Friday night will bring lows in the teens and 20s as winds lighten.
Saturday will see a brief warming trend with temperatures approaching 40 degrees along coastal areas of Staten Island. Clouds will increase throughout the day with a chance of a few flurries. By Saturday night, the chance of snow increases, particularly for the eastern half of the area.
The weather service forecasts a light snowfall Sunday morning, with the possibility of accumulations of an inch or two. Behind this system, significantly colder air will move in, with Monday bringing single-digit to near-zero wind chills in the morning. Wind chills may not rise out of the teens during Monday despite sunshine.
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