Mini nor'easter brings winter-like weather to NYC area

On April 12, 2025, a mini nor'easter impacted the New York City area, bringing a mix of rain and snow. This coastal low pressure system centered off the Jersey Shore resulted in a weather pattern more characteristic of winter rather than mid-April. The blend of rain and snow had begun affecting the Tri-State Area since the previous day. There were winter weather and flood advisories issued in various counties, indicating the severity of the conditions. In addition, substantial snowfall and rainfall were recorded in specific areas, leading to significant travel impacts. On Saturday morning, early commuters faced challenging conditions, with advisories highlighting possible flooding in the coastal regions as well as additional hazardous weather across the area. Areas such as Sullivan and Ulster Counties in New York were under a Winter Weather Advisory until the early afternoon, reflecting concerns about snow accumulation and icy conditions. Meanwhile, flood advisories were issued for several coastal counties in New Jersey and on Long Island, hinting at the widespread nature of this storm system. Overall, reports indicated that while most locations received rain totaling over two inches, some northwestern suburbs saw snowfall amounts of up to five inches. Snowfall was expected to taper off around midday Saturday, while the effects of the lingering low pressure system would maintain a damp and chilly atmosphere throughout the day. Wind gusts, reaching speeds of up to 35 mph, exacerbated the cold conditions, making the temperatures feel significantly lower. Many areas only saw highs in the upper 30s to low 40s, which was drastically below the normal seasonal temperatures expected in mid-April. As the storm began to clear late Sunday, temperatures were predicted to rebound, gradually returning toward more typical spring warmth. A return of sunny conditions was expected, particularly during the following week, when temperatures were projected to reach the upper 60s to around 70 degrees. As holidays approached, such as Passover and Easter, the weather will likely see improvements, providing individuals and families an opportunity to enjoy their holiday plans without the disruption of adverse weather conditions.