Winter Storm Warning in Upstate NY: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Expected
Winter Storm Warning in Upstate NY: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Expected
US · Published Jan 18, 2026
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Upstate New York, predicting 2-3 feet of snow in areas like Tug Hill Plateau.
Winds up to 45 mph will cause whiteout conditions; snowfall could reach 4 inches per hour.
Wind chills may drop to 0 to -10°F, creating dangerous conditions; travel is highly discouraged.
Upstate NY under winter storm warning
A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for several regions in upstate New York, including Oswego, Jefferson, and Lewis Counties, as well as the Buffalo and Niagara Falls areas. This warning is active from 7 a.m. Sunday until 4 p.m. Wednesday. Residents can expect significant snowfall, with accumulations projected to reach 2 to 3 feet in the Tug Hill Plateau and near Watertown and Fort Drum.
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