Long Island Weather: Snow Likely

LONG ISLAND, NY — Parts of Long Island could see up to 3 inches of snow Tuesday evening, with even more snow possible in other parts of southeastern New York and Connecticut. The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for the region Tuesday afternoon, warning some areas could see 2-4 inches of snow.

"This will lead to slippery conditions on the roads and low visibilities," forecasters said.

On Long Island, temperatures will fall Tuesday from a high of about 38 degrees to under 30 degrees around midnight. Snow will start about 8 p.m. and stop overnight.

"Rain and snow likely, becoming all snow after 8pm, then gradually ending," the weather agency said.

Some parts could see snow squalls Wednesday, mainly in the late morning through the afternoon, the weather service said.

"This will bring brief low visibilities down to a quarter mile or less," forecasters said.

Here is the updated snowfall forecast for the area. Most places are expected to see a coating to an inch, with eastern sections expected to see 1 to 2 inches. Most of the snow will fall very late this evening before ending shortly after midnight. pic.twitter.com/oQldahV31d
— NWS New York NY (@NWSNewYorkNY) January 7, 2020

On Wednesday, there was a chance for a wintry mix, with snow possible before 1 p.m. followed by snow and from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. After 2 p.m., more snow was possible.

A wind advisory was issued for Nassau and Suffolk counties from noon Wednesday until midnight. Forecasters warned wind gusts could whip unsecured objects and tree limbs could be knocked down. Furthermore, a few power outages were possible.

"Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle," the weather service said. "Secure outdoor objects."

There will be the chance of scattered snow showers and the possibility of a few snow squalls from late Wednesday morning through early Wednesday evening which would lower the visibility at times, potentially below a half mile.
— NWS New York NY (@NWSNewYorkNY) January 7, 2020