The snowstorm was the ninth biggest ever for Central Park, which saw 19.7 inches. Totals were piling up all day. Here are some of the biggest accumulations around the tri-state area.
According to the National Weather Service, a handful of spots on Long Island and in New Jersey saw 30 inches or more. The Long Island town of Islip may have gotten the most of anywhere in the region, with 31 inches overall. That’s its biggest snowstorm since 1963.
Use the map below to see updated totals from your area:
Here are some of the highest totals from around the tri-state:
Central Islip, Long Island: 31 in.
Lyndhurst, New Jersey: 30.7 in.
Carlstadt, New Jersey: 30.2 in.
East Islip, Long Island: 30 in.
Patchogue, Long Island: 30 in.
Babylon, Long Island: 29.5 in.
Leonia, New Jersey: 29.7 in.
Grasmere, Staten Island: 29 in.
Holbrook, Long Island: 29 in.
Nesconset, Long Island: 28.8 in.
Todt Hill, Staten Island: 27.8 in.
Haworth, New Jersey: 27.6 in
Englewood, New Jersey: 27.5 in.
Newark Airport: 27.1 in.
Ridgefield, New Jersey: 27.1 in.
Dongan Hills, Staten Island: 27 in.
North Merrick, Long Island: 25.4 in.
Greenville, Westchester County: 24.1 in.
Hartsdale, Westchester County: 24 in.
Valhalla, Westchester County: 24 in.
Mott Haven, Bronx: 23.4 in.
Whitestone, Queens: 23 in.
Washington Heights, Manhattan: 22.8 in.
Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn: 22.5 in.
Here’s a look at snow totals from around New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut (updated as of 3 p.m. Monday):
The tri-state area was pummeled with a massive blizzard the likes of which we haven’t seen in years!
The total snowfall as of 1 p.m. Monday for Central Park is 19.7 inches — which puts the Blizzard of 2026 at 9th place among the biggest snowstorms in Central Park history!
And, it is not out of the realm of possibility, as data continues to come in, that this storm cracks the top 5!
The National Weather Service compiled the biggest snowstorms — which it describes as being 1 foot or more — registered in Central Park.
The data was compiled from 1869 up to Jan. 1 of this year — with the exception of the data from the Blizzard of 2026.
Among the biggest snowstorms registered is the Blizzard of 96, 30 years ago. That snowstorm, which took place Jan. 7 and 8 in 1996, wreaked havoc across the tri-state when it dumped more than 20 inches of snow, paralyzing transit systems and closing down schools for days.
While the National Weather Service’s list includes the top 28 biggest snowstorms, here are the top 10 as of this afternoon.
Amount (in inches)
Date(s)
1.
27.5
Jan. 22-24, 2016
2.
26.9
Feb.11-12, 2006
3
26.4
Dec.26-27, 1947
4
21.0
March 12-14, 1888
5
20.9
Feb. 25-26, 2010
6
20.2
Jan. 7-8, 1996
7
20.0
Dec. 26-27, 2010
8
19.8
Feb. 16-17, 2003
9
19.7
Feb. 22-23, 2026
10
19.0
Jan. 26-27, 2011
The last spot on the National Weather Service list is No. 28 — a tie between a snowstorm that fell Dec. 30, 2000 and one that took place on Feb. 9-10, 1926.
So, will Blizzard of 2026 crack the top 5? Stay tuned for an updated list as the snow totals come in!
For the complete list of biggest snowstorms registered in Central Park, click here.
It’s a Super Sunday as we anxiously await the results of the Super Bowl. For anyone headed to a watch party, make sure you’re bundled up.
The wicked cold is locked in across the Northeast thanks to a piece of the polar vortex moving in and we’re north of a big dip in the jet stream.
By total contrast, out west, California continues to see pleasant weather, south of a jet stream and ridging, and therefore temps are in the 60s for Super Bowl Sunday. Game time and throughout will be comparatively sweaty, with temps in the low to mid 60s through halftime under a partly cloudy sky.
Our cold temps and wind chills relax slightly by Sunday night, though we still will see lows near zero and wind chills -10 for Monday morning.
By late Monday, highs reach the mid 20s with some sunshine. Make sure you have your sunglasses, as the sun reflects right off the bright snowpack, making it extra bright when driving.
A quick clipper system moves across the Northeast Tuesday night and brings us a quick chance for light snow into Wednesday morning.
Far in the southern reaches of New England, temps boost to the 30s, while northern New England is still stuck in the colder airmass. The jet stream positions itself over Boston and we are quite literally in between the colder air and milder air.
We’re hoping the pattern shifts more northward; if so, that allows our temps to be in the mid to upper 30s Wednesday through Friday.
There are no major storm systems for next week as milder temps look to stay for Valentine’s Day, too.
Parts of Southeastern U.S. gear up for another winter blast – CBS News
Watch CBS News
A new winter storm is taking aim at parts of the Southeastern U.S. as much of the country continues to recover from the massive storm that brought snow, ice and bitter cold last weekend. Rob Marciano has the latest.
Residents in and around the Triangle are experiencing the aftermath of the winter storm that moved through the area, making travel hazardous and prompting many residents to remain indoors.
The winter storm has left roads slick and sidewalks treacherous, creating a significant challenge for both pedestrians and drivers alike.
While hours of sunlight provided some relief by melting portions of the ice, shaded areas remain dangerously slippery.
“The alleyway right beside our building right now has a patch of ice at the bottom of it that I think is already starting to cool back off and harden,” said Daryn O’Shea, the owner of IT guys. “It’s going to be treacherous. Driving around town, I hit some little spots at the top of the intersection, so that you need to slow down before getting to.”
Crews working for the city of Durham have been hard at work, working extended hours, prioritizing the clearing and treating of main roads.
Despite these efforts, many secondary roads remain coated in ice, posing ongoing risks for the community. People living in the city are confident the remaining ice won’t pose too much of an issue for the morning commute.
“I see it may be a little patchy tomorrow. But also, I feel like it was manageable today, so I feel like it will still be manageable tomorrow,” said Issy Theriot, who lives in Durham.
As the community braces for another cold night, the focus has turned to refreezing on the ground. Residents are urged to exercise caution on the roads and sidewalks, as efforts continue to treat the streets.
‘It slid twice on me’: Johnston County bracing for long thaw from ice and sleet
In Johnston County, despite DOT officials saying most of the interstates and highways in the county are safe and clear, first responders are still cautioning drivers to be mindful of the lasting impacts into Tuesday.
For Mike Winters of Selma, he thought little of the storm, as he’s seen similar situations.
“A little Hyundai Sonata. It slid twice on me, but I’m originally from Ohio.
According to DOT, the department dropped more than 130,000 gallons of brine before and during the weekend winter storm in Johnston County alone. They also dropped another 600 tons of salt on Saturday as the storm moved in.
Despite the road preparations, county officials reported 11 crashes as of Monday afternoon, part of the more than 1,300 incidents State Highway Patrol responded to throughout the weekend, including a jackknifed tractor-trailer that closed I-95 for hours.
“I can only imagine the number is higher, we had a couple crashes since lunchtime,” said Hannah Horne, an EMS captain in Johnston County.
Horne added that even if the roads are mostly clear, small ice spots can still be a big problem for experienced drivers.
“We have changed our operational plan and we are expecting for everything to refreeze this evening so anything that has not completely, or has not dissipated at this time will refreeze later,” Horne said. “So we are really encouraging our crew and everyone else to remain cautious.”
Winters said he will be taking that advice, even if his friends from Ohio make fun of him for it.
“I got friends in Ohio, [and] I complained it was 25 [degrees],” Winters said. “They were like, ‘Shut up, it’s 8 [degrees].’”
This past weekend’s winter storm dropped record amounts of snow across the country. In Mississippi, Gov. Tate Reeves has confirmed two weather-related deaths. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has the details from Oxford.
Death toll grows after deadly storms sweep through the U.S. – CBS News
Watch CBS News
The death toll is rising after severe winter storms swept through the U.S., leading to widespread power outages over the weekend. CBS News’ Jason Allen has more.
A massive winter storm dumped sleet, freezing rain and snow across much of the U.S. on Sunday, bringing subzero temperatures and halting air and road traffic.
The ice and snowfall were expected to continue into Monday followed by very low temperatures which could cause “dangerous travel and infrastructure impacts” for days, the National Weather Service said.
The storm totals were quite impressive, but performed exceptionally close to forecasts. Some light freezing rain will create a light glaze overnight in some areas, making driving even more difficult Monday morning. Roads and sidewalks will continue to be very slick, as well.
New York City saw just over 10 inches, while higher totals could be found in the Hudson Valley, Connecticut and the northernmost areas of New Jersey. South of the city, totals were lower, as the snow changed over to sleet and freezing rain earlier in the day.
On the Upper East Side, January Cotrel enjoyed the fresh snow on a block that always closes during snowstorms for residents to sled, throw snowballs and make snowmen.
“I pray for two feet every time we get a snowstorm. I want as much as we can get,” she said. “Let the city just shut down for a day and it’s beautiful, and then we can get back to life.”
Further upstate, New York communities near the Canadian border saw record-breaking subzero temperatures, with Watertown registering minus 34 degrees Fahrenheit and Copenhagen minus 49, Gov. Kathy Hochul said.
The dangerously cold weather was just as big of a concern as the snow.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani said earlier on Sunday that at least five people who died were found outside as temperatures plunged the day before, though the cause of their deaths remained under investigation. He urged people to stay inside and off the roads: “We want every single New Yorker to make it through this storm.”
Travel was, at best, heavily impacted, and at worst was brought to a standstill. More than 11,400 flights were canceled Sunday, according to flight-tracking site FlightAware. Aviation analytics firm Cirium said that as of Sunday morning, the storm is the highest experienced cancellation event since the pandemic.
At LaGuardia Airport, 91% of flights (436 flights) were canceled. John F. Kennedy International Airport had 466 flights canceled, about 80% of flights, according to FlightAware.
Roads were treacherous, as vehicles all over the tri-state got stuck trying to navigate the slick conditions while plows could only do so much to keep up with all the snow. New York State Police said they responded to 250 crashes, but no deaths were reported.
New Jersey Transit suspended all service on Sunday, and only light rail service looked to be up and running by Monday morning. The transit agency said it would work to gradually ramp up bus service Monday, but not until later in the morning. The same goes for Access Link service.
When NJ Transit rail service would be back up and running, that start time was not clear, but it did not appear likely to be in the morning.
On Monday, the focus will turn to cleanup for many. Scores of school districts will remain closed for the day, but NYC students will have a virtual learning day, much to their (and some parents’) chagrin.
On Monday, we’ll see the “warmest” temperatures over the next several days: in the upper 20s. After Monday, another bitterly cold blast takes over for the remainder of the week.
The cold will be the predominant headline going forward, with high temperatures not projected to rise above freezing in NYC until the middle of next week, meaning most of the snow and ice from Sunday will stick around for quite a while.
[ad_2]
Tom Shea, Storm Team 4 and Kate Brumback and Julie Walker | The Associated Press
Latest forecast for winter storm set to hit 2,000-mile expanse of U.S. – CBS News
Watch CBS News
A large winter storm is expected to bring frigid and dangerous conditions to more than 200 million Americans. CBS News New York meteorologist Scott Padgett has the latest forecast.
With ice accumulation expected with the weekend winter storm, there will be both travel and power concerns. But how long will the ice last even after the precipitation ends? Could it impact our commute for multiple days?
The setup after the storm
The area of low pressure that helped to bring wintry precipitation to our area later Saturday through early Monday will finally exit offshore by late morning on Monday.
High pressure builds behind that low, bringing drier conditions, and another batch of very cold air and breezy conditions moves in by later Monday into early Tuesday. Our next front passes later Wednesday into Thursday morning, bringing more cold air.
The cold beyond the storm
Lows by Monday morning will already be chilly in the mid-upper 20s Monday morning, so that ice that formed on the roads later Saturday into Sunday will stay in place.
By the afternoon on Monday, highs could make it to the mid 30s in the Triangle with more sunshine, which would help some areas of ice to melt a bit. Shady areas will likely still have issues.
If there is any moisture leftover on the roads later Monday into early Tuesday, it will very likely freeze over again as lows drop to the single digits and teens Tuesday morning with wind chill values approaching zero or dropping into the negatives.
It will be very important to have a way to keep yourself warm, especially if there are ongoing power outages from the ice storm.
With any ice lingering into Tuesday during the daytime, temps will be closer to freezing, so hopefully that sunshine in the afternoon can help to melt the ice more. Wednesday morning will be very cold again, but highs will be warmer in the afternoon, so we should see more improvements if there’s leftover ice.
The bottom line
Be sure to watch for updates from our team to know the latest on our road conditions and any ongoing power outages. It will be a quickly changing situation depending on exactly how much ice we see and how quickly the ice can melt after the storm.
While it is too soon to tell how much snow or ice the Triangle will see, the WRAL Severe Weather Center is tracking a system that could bring “significant” impacts for the coming weekend, Jan. 24 and 25, 2026.
At Duke Energy, which provides power to nearly 5 million customers across the Carolinas, spokesman Jeff Brooks said, “We are monitoring the weather track for the week. Obviously, we’re five days out, so that forecast is going to change, and so at this point, we have to continue monitoring and we’ll adjust our plans as the week progresses.”
Heavy, accumulating snow or layers of ice can weigh down power lines, causing outages in a winter storm. Falling branches can also land on lines, causing power disruption.
“This storm has the potential of generating both of those,” Brooks said. “So that’s something that we’ll have to watch as the forecast becomes a little more solid in the days ahead.”
He recommended that the general public make their plans as well.
“Every storm is an opportunity to be ready. You never know when that storm is going to generate outages,” Brooks said.
Gas up, stock up ahead of winter storm
People can take the days before the storm to stock up on batteries, gas up cars and generators and withdraw cash, because ATMs and card transactions don’t work without power.
Every home should have an emergency kit that includes:
Prescription and non-prescription medicines for everyone in the family.
Flashlights and plenty of batteries
Ready-to-eat, non-perishable foods, such as canned meats, granola bars, instant soup and cereals, fruits and vegetables, canned or box juices, peanut butter, jelly, crackers, granola bars or trail mix
Battery-powered or hand-crank radio (NOAA Weather Radio, if possible)
Personal hygiene items like soap, shampoo and toilet paper
Plenty of blankets
Duke Energy team tracks storm to get power back on quickly
Duke Energy will alert customers when they know when and where an outage could happen, Brooks said.
“We have an in -house team of meteorologists that actually tracks every storm that comes through the Carolinas, and they do that not only so that we know what’s going to happen, but because their forecasts help drive our damage modeling system. And that system helps us determine where we’re likely to see outages and in what quantity,” he said.
Those models help the utility put the right people in place to quickly get customers back online. Duke pulls from employees across six states, bringing help to where it is needed most.
After a frigid and snowy weekend, the temperatures turn even more bitterly cold for the start of the week.
Drier air is moving in as the departing coastal low pulls away, so while a few flurries may linger, the accumulating snow is done for the day. But, be careful! The low temperatures that stick around will result in some black ice and general icy patches.
The big story now is the cold: several rounds of fronts will keep temperatures well below normal this week, with teens and single‑digit lows, highs only in the 20s, and wind chills dipping below zero at times.
There is a cold weather advisory up for parts of New Jersey for late Monday night into Tuesday morning with below zero wind chills expected.
The tri-state area will get a brief mid‑week bump into the 30s and lower 40s on Thursday before another push of arctic air arrives for the weekend, sending highs back into the teens and lows into the single digits.
And looking ahead, there is the potential for a snowfall event next weekend.
Extreme weather grips U.S. as the new year begins – CBS News
Watch CBS News
Heavy snow and a rare thundersnow hit the Northeast as flooding rain soaks parts of California and a deep freeze reaches the South. Carter Evans and John Elliot have more.
A powerful storm system currently producing heavy snow, rain and strong winds across parts of the northern United States could become a “bomb cyclone” over the Great Lakes and Northeast regions, forecasters said.
Bomb cyclones can occur when major storms intensify quickly, usually over 24 hours, and a mass of cold air collides with a hotter one, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
In this case, meteorologists warned that a frigid Arctic front plunging downward into the middle of the country could clash with warm air in the South and potentially cause a range of hazardous conditions, from snowstorms to thunderstorms, along with unusually cold temperatures.
Maps show the winter storm forecast
The winter storm on Monday is sweeping across the Great Lakes and moving into the Northeast, bringing blizzard conditions, lake-enhanced snow, high winds and an icy concoction of freezing rain, CBS News meteorologist Nikki Nolan said. That will be followed by a spell of light rainfall through Tuesday morning.
Map shows the winter storm forecast for parts of the Midwest, Great Lakes and Northeast on Monday, Dec. 29, 2025.
Nikki Nolan/CBS News
Map shows the winter storm forecast for parts of the Midwest, Great Lakes and Northeast on Monday, Dec. 29, 2025.
Nikki Nolan/CBS News
Several metropolitan areas are in the path of the storm, including Green Bay, Chicago, Detroit, Indianapolis, Pittsburgh, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, New York City and Boston. Some areas could see upwards of 6 to 10 inches of snow by Tuesday as a result of the wintry system.
Along with snow, interior spots in New England should prepare for ice to accumulate, with close to one inch possible in certain places, forecasters said. Others could receive up to 2 inches of rainfall, while wind gusts could also reach 65 or 75 mph as the storm rolls through.
Map shows powerful wind gusts in the forecast for the Great Lakes and Northeast.
Nikki Nolan/CBS News
A surge of cold air is due to arrive behind the cold front, which will allow lake effect snowfall to pile up, potentially reaching 1 to 2 feet in pockets of Michigan and upstate New York.
Farther out from the Great Lakes themselves, a wider strip of the Upper Midwest and Northeast is expected to see between 1 and 6 inches of snow, with lower snowfall totals forecast for places as far south as Kentucky and West Virginia.
Map shows snow in the forecast for the Great Lakes and parts of the Northeast through the middle of the week.
Nikki Nolan/CBS News
Map shows winter weather alerts and warnings
Millions remained under various winter weather alerts and warnings as the storm traveled eastward on Monday, including blizzard warnings in effect for sections of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and ice storm warnings in place for parts of upstate New York and Vermont, according to the National Weather Service.
Map shows winter weather alerts for parts of the Upper Midwest and Northeast.
Nikki Nolan/CBS News
A flurry of winter storm warnings also remained active through Tuesday in many of those same areas, in addition to broader sections of the Midwest and Northeast, from Wisconsin up to Maine.
High wind alerts were issued for more than 114 million people across the eastern U.S. as the cold front moves in.
The storm that hit the Northeast this weekend dropped up to a foot of snow in some areas. New York City saw its highest level of snowfall in nearly four years, and the region’s three major airports experienced significant delays and disruptions. Ali Bauman has more on the storm’s impact, and CBS News meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the latest forecast.
