It got colder over the weekend in New York, the weather will get worse during the week

Sunday morning, January 24, reminded New Yorkers of winter. The air temperature in Central Park was only 22 degrees Fahrenheit (-6 Celsius). Even though the daytime temperatures reached 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 Celsius), the cold gusty wind made it feel like it was 15 degrees Fahrenheit (-9 Celsius) outside. But this week the weather will only get worse, writes Pix 11.

On Monday, January 25, no precipitation is expected during the day. In the evening, it will start to rain and snow, which will last until Tuesday morning. Heavy snowfall is possible before dawn.

Sleet is expected on January 26 on Long Island, New York City and much of northeastern New Jersey. Since the air temperature rises to above zero during the day, the snow cover will not form.

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Wednesday morning will start with strong winds, but then calm sunny weather is expected. On January 28, a new storm is approaching the region. The three-state (New York, New Jersey and Connecticut) are expected to show snow and rain.

The main concern for forecasters is the alleged release of cold air with a storm, it is created by the approaching polar vortex in the region. Gusty northwesterly winds will result in temperatures around 10 degrees Fahrenheit (-12 Celsius). Freezing temperatures below zero Fahrenheit (-17 Celsius) are possible on Friday and Saturday.