New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Massachusetts Face Blizzard With 1–3” Per Hour Snow and 30–60 MPH Winds Overnight

UNITED STATES — Forecasters are warning that a major blizzard could intensify overnight across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, bringing snowfall rates strong enough to overwhelm road crews and winds capable of driving visibility to near zero.

The biggest concern is the dangerous combination of very heavy snow and strengthening winds, which can quickly turn highways and local roads impassable—especially during the overnight hours when visibility is already limited.

Futurecast Shows Heavy Snow Expanding Up the Coast

A future radar projection for early Monday morning around 4:00 a.m. shows a broad shield of snow spreading from the Mid-Atlantic into southern New England. The heaviest bands appear focused near the coastal storm center, impacting major cities including New York City and Boston, while steady snow spreads inland.

This is expected to be the second major snowstorm of the season for many communities in the region, compounding cleanup efforts from previous systems.

Snowfall Rates of 1–3 Inches Per Hour Could Shut Down Travel

Forecast messaging highlights snowfall rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour, which can overwhelm plows and salt operations in a short time. When snow falls that quickly, roads can deteriorate within minutes, and drivers may encounter sudden whiteout conditions.

Even short commutes could become hazardous if the heaviest band stalls over the same corridor for several hours.

Wind Gusts Build Overnight, Strongest Near the Coast

Wind gust projections for around 3:00 a.m. Monday show increasing winds across the region. The map indicates gusts near 41 mph in New York City, 43 mph near Brookhaven on Long Island, and around 37 mph in Boston, with stronger gusts near exposed coastal areas such as Nantucket near 62 mph.

Blowing snow and drifting will add to travel concerns, especially on bridges, open highways, and coastal roads.

Cleanup and Impacts Could Linger Beyond the Storm

Nor’easters often bring long-lasting impacts even after snowfall ends. Strong winds can continue to drift snow back onto cleared roads, delay travel, and complicate recovery efforts.

If you live in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or Massachusetts, how is your community preparing for this storm? Share what conditions look like where you are and help others stay informed at SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com.