Storm Team 4 is tracking a major winter storm that could dump more than a foot of snow on parts of the tri-state area within 10 hours Thursday, bringing blizzard-like conditions to the region and crippling travel for hundreds of thousands of people.
Meteorologists Chris Cimino and Raphael Miranda have your snowy forecast for Thursday, Feb. 9.
Here's an hourly look at what to expect over the course of the day.
3 a.m. to 6 a.m.: Wet, heavy snow starts in the tri-state from west to east, likely reaching New York City in the form of chunky snowflakes by 6 a.m. Snow could fall at a rate of 2 inches per hour, perhaps even heavier at times, will reduce visibility to near-zero on the roadways and will cause slick spots to develop quickly on highways.
6 a.m. to 9 a.m.: Snow begins falling in New York City, the Hudson Valley and points east, including Long Island and Connecticut. Travel conditions become increasingly hazardous. Thundersnow was reported in isolated areas as the storm rapidly intensified.
Daniel McIntyre
Stewie, a 13-year-old Jack Russell terrier, enjoying the snow in Riverside State Park in Manhattan. (Credit: Daniel McIntyre)
Paul Solk
This dog is happy to play in the snow in Long Branch, New Jersey! (Credit: Paul Solk)
Chris Greco
Sophie enjoying a stroll through Central Park during the snow storm. She's showing off her pink snow jacket she got for Christmas. (Credit: Chris Greco)
Chris and Kaitlyn snowman
Enjoying the snow in Bethpage, New York. (Credit: Chris and Kaitlyn)
Paul Schneider
This cute pup has a beard full of snow! (Credit: Roxy Schneider)
Mmaria
Having fun in the snow! (Credit: Maria)
Katie Bozzo
Baby's first snow! (Credit: Katie Bozzo)
Vincent Tabone
Oreo loves the snow in Staten Island! (Credit: Vincent Tabone)
Frannie
A snow puppy enjoys the January storm. (Credit: Frannie)
Candice Senczyszyn
Snow cat "Daddy" wild in the snow in Lakeside. (Credit: Candice Senczyszyn)
Diane Foley
Fox in the snow in Tinton Falls, New Jersey. (Credit: Diane Foley)
Robert D. Morales
A pedestrian used an umbrella against the snow. (Credit: Robert D. Morales/Instagram @photo_matic_)
JC Straub
Looking out the front door in Keyport, New Jersey. (Credit: Jack Straub)
Lester DeJesus
Lester DeJesus, a combat disabled veteran from the US Army, experiences snow for the first time with his wife.
Ruth Ann Carlock
Fort Tryon Park in Manhattan on Jan. 7. (Credit: Ruth Ann Carlock)
Paul Solk
Several inches of snow fell in Long Branch, New Jersey. (Credit: Paul Solk)
John Fahy
A snowy drive on Palisades Parkway in Rockland County. (Credit: John Fahy)
Elizabeth Miller
About 5 inches of snow in Pound Ridge, New York. (Credit: Elizabeth Miller)
Alexandra Coluccio
Treacherous driving conditions on the Belt Parkway. (Credit: Alexandra Coluccio)
Natalie Pasquarella
Snow piles up on the railing in Bergen County. (Credit: Natalie Pasquarella)
Keith Brockmeyer
The snow in Suffolk County. (Credit: Keith Brockmeyer)
Coralie Carlson
Midtown Manhattan gets a dose of slush. (Credit: Coralie Carlson)
Coralie Carlson
Neither walking nor driving was fun in NYC's first snowstorm of 2017! (Credit: Coralie Carlson)
Benjamin Berkowitz
The demarcation line between fall and winter is clear, as part of a leaf-strewn yard is covered in snow.
Benjamin Berkowitz
A pile of leaves got a brand new white coat after Sunday morning's snowfall.
Kristen Johnson
Norwalk, Connecticut received its first few inches of snow Sunday morning.
Kristen Johnson
Residents were advised to bundle up and prepare for blustery winds in addition to a few inches of powdery snowflakes overnight Saturday.
Kristen Johnson
The swift change in temperature didn't bother everyone; some tri-state residents were happy to see snow for the first time of the season.
@lauren.bledsoe
Though the snow wasn't as heavy as areas north of the city, Brooklynites were able to get a glimpse of snowflakes falling overnight.
@dagator06
This car might need some warming up after snow painted it completely white Saturday evening.
@NYCRobyn
This Caribbean crow should look into a good winter coat, otherwise he might freeze his feathers off.
Chris Cimino
NBC 4 New York's Chris Cimino watched the snow drift onto rooftops in the early morning.
Maybe grilling some hot dogs for Sunday Night Football isn't the best idea...
@NYCRobyn
Driving through a winter wonderland in Berkshire, New York.
@NYCRobyn
Time to use those tennis rackets for another purpose: snow shoeing.
9 a.m. to noon: Snow continues, falling heavily at times, throughout the tri-state. Snow is starting to get more light and fluffy in texture. Wind speeds and gusts are increasing, with gusts frequently exceeding 30 mph. Visibility is poor and driving conditions are very difficult. Power outages are possible as increasing snow weighs on tree limbs and power lines.
Noon to 3 p.m.: Snow tapers off in New Jersey and the Hudson Valley from southwest to northeast. Four to 8 inches of snow will have fallen in Ocean and Monmouth counties, though the snow will be heavier and wetter.
3 p.m. to 6 p.m.: Snow ends in the city and close-in suburbs, including Westchester and Rockland counties, most of Long Island and Fairfield County in Connecticut, rapidly shutting off from west to east. Once the snow has ended in any particular area, it's done. Accumulation totals are expected to range from 10 to 15 inches, with locally higher amounts.
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.: The last of the snow exits the eastern end of Long Island.
