Snowstorm - NYCEM Weather Brief

February 22, 2026

Severe winter storm expected Sunday through Monday afternoon.

Light snow expected ahead of the storm Sunday morning between 6am-1pm.

Snow picks up gradually through the afternoon rapidly intensifying after Sunday 7pm with the heaviest snowfall between Sunday 9pm – Monday 9am.

Moderate snow continuing Monday 9am-noon with light snow lingering through Monday evening, 8pm.

Snow Totals: Between 18-22 inches expected across the city with lowest amounts more likely over Staten Island and the Bronx.

Snowfall Rates: 1-2 inches/hr likely overnight with the potential for 2-3 inches/hr during the period of heaviest snow.