New York City is bracing for the winter of 2025–26, with forecasts suggesting a slightly milder and drier season than usual. Snowfall in the Big Apple is predicted to range between 17 and 21 inches, which, while exceeding last year's total, falls short of the city's historical average of 29.8 inches. Residents should prepare for temperatures that are expected to hover 1–2 degrees above the normal winter averages.