What is the polar vortex? Why it matters as snow and Arctic cold threaten the Northeast

What is the polar vortex? This article explains what a polar vortex is in simple terms, how it influences winter weather in the U.S., and why meteorologists talk about it during major cold events.

Weather models predict scenarios for upcoming winter storm hitting NY

A potential winter storm could be brewing this weekend. FOX 5 NY's meteorologists Nick Gregory and Audrey Puente discuss what the weather models are currently predicting.

Winter storm could hit NY: What are weather models predicting?
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FOX 5 NY's Nick Gregory and Audrey Puente run through the different weather models in anticipation of a potential winter storm this weekend.

Could NYC see a major snowstorm this weekend?
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FOX 5 NY's Mike Woods joins Dan Bowens on Newsroom Live to discuss the potential for a major snowstorm this week in the New York City area,

NYC braces for dangerously cold temperatures
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FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti takes it to the streets where commuters are braving temperatures in the teens.

NYC weather, snow on the way
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As of 7 a.m. Tuesday, temperatures in NYC were just around 17 degrees. FOX 5 NY's meteorologist Mike Woods has the latest.

Extreme cold temperatures in NYC
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FOX 5 NY's Nick Gregory and Lisa Evers break down the extreme cold temperatures in New York City.

Northern lights expected to light up sky in parts of the US Monday

A severe geomagnetic storm watch is in effect Monday night as people prepare for northern lights to dazzle the night sky across the U.S. Here's where.

Recapping this weekend's NYC snow: What's next?
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FOX 5 NY's Mike Woods joined Dan Bowens on Newsroom Live to recap this weekend's snow in New York City and talk about what's next.

How much snow fell on Sunday? Totals for NYC area

Snow fell across the Tri-State area over the weekend, and observations from the National Weather Service are showing totals across NYC, Long Island, NJ and Connecticut.

NYC weather forecast
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FOX 5 NY's Mike Woods has the details.

Winter weather advisory: snow totals, slick roads across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut

A winter weather advisory is still in effect Sunday night for areas across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, with meteorologists warning of slippery travel, low visibility and lingering snow in some locations.

Snow alert issued for Sunday, NYC crews prepare for possible accumulation

New York City crews are preparing for another round of winter weather Sunday as officials warn of slippery roads and the potential for accumulating snow.

Snowfall in New York, New Jersey: 2 to 4 inches of snow expected in some areas

A winter weather advisory remains in place Saturday morning for parts of New York and New Jersey, with snow expected to continue into the afternoon.

Chances for snow in NY, NJ this weekend growing

The chance for snow across the New York area is steadily growing as the night goes on.