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LI Snow Update: How Much Is Falling, When It Will Stop
The latest snow total estimates and impacts to the evening rush hour commute.
LONG ISLAND, NY — The snow started a bit later than expected on Long Island Thursday morning, sparing commuters a rough ride, but the evening commute could be another story.
A winter weather advisory remains in effect until 1 p.m. About 2 inches of snow is likely to accumulate across the island.
"Snow should wind down most elsewhere between 12-1 p.m., hanging on until 2 p.m. across the forks of Long Island," the weather service said.
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A couple inches of snow may not be much, but combine it with temperatures dropping into the 20s by the evening and icy roadways become a big concern.
The snow is falling atop already wet ground, which could make for very slippery conditions on untreated roadways.
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"The other concern is that any untreated roads and surfaces could become icy as any standing water may freeze or snow that initially melted may freeze," the weather service said.
Looking ahead, there's no longer a snow threat for the weekend with the next chance of snow coming next Tuesday night.
The full forecast:
Thursday- Snow, mainly before 1pm. Steady temperature around 31. Wind chill values between 20 and 25. North wind 13 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Total daytime snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.
Thursday Night- Mostly cloudy, with a low around 14. Wind chill values between zero and 10. North wind 13 to 15 mph.
Friday- Partly sunny, with a high near 25. Wind chill values between zero and 10. North wind 13 to 15 mph.
Friday Night- Mostly cloudy, with a low around 13. Wind chill values between zero and 5. North wind 10 to 14 mph.
Saturday- Mostly sunny, with a high near 28. North wind 8 to 15 mph.
Saturday Night- Increasing clouds, with a low around 19.
Sunday- Partly sunny, with a high near 35.
Sunday Night- Mostly cloudy, with a low around 21.
Monday- Mostly sunny, with a high near 30.
Monday Night- Mostly cloudy, with a low around 18.
Tuesday- Mostly cloudy, with a high near 32.
Tuesday Night- A 30 percent chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 19.
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