National Weather ServiceNew YorkWinter Storm WarningArchive to October 16, 2026
Winter Storm Warnings in New York
The National Weather Service issued 32 winter storm warnings for New York in 2025 and 31 a year on average in 2008-2025; in 2021-2025 it had the 9th most of any state. 2026 through September: 18, 19% below the average of 22 for those months in 2008-2025. Hamilton was covered most often (99 times since 2008).
How many winter storm warnings does New York get?
Every winter storm warning that covered part of New York. 2026 is an outline: the year is not over.
The numbers
| Year | Count |
|---|---|
| 2026 (through September) | 18 |
| 2025 | 32 |
| 2024 | 38 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2022 | 33 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2019 | 42 |
| 2018 | 47 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2011 | 44 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2008 | 55 |
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 16, 2026.
When in the year does New York get them?
Sum of 2008-2025; the busiest month is labelled.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 16, 2026.
Where in New York?
| County or forecast zone | Since 2008 | Since 2023 | Last issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton | 99 | 22 | March 13, 2026 |
| Northern Herkimer | 94 | 21 | March 13, 2026 |
| Lewis | 91 | 19 | March 13, 2026 |
| Northern Warren | 90 | 16 | February 20, 2026 |
| Northern Fulton | 88 | 19 | January 25, 2026 |
| Oswego | 88 | 18 | March 13, 2026 |
| Northern Oneida | 84 | 19 | March 13, 2026 |
| Western Clinton | 84 | 14 | February 20, 2026 |
| Western Essex | 84 | 14 | February 20, 2026 |
| Jefferson | 83 | 17 | March 13, 2026 |
| Southern Franklin | 83 | 14 | February 20, 2026 |
| Western Greene | 83 | 18 | February 22, 2026 |
The NWS issues these products for counties or forecast zones; a zone can be part of a county or a mountain range.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 16, 2026.
What is a winter storm warning?
A winter storm warning means significant snow, sleet or freezing rain is expected that will make travel very difficult or impossible. Each office sets the amounts for its area. A warning means the hazard is happening, about to happen, or very likely: act now to protect people and property. The national record · Every warning type in New York.
How does New York compare with its neighbours?
New York gets more winter storm warnings than any state on its border.
| State | A year, 2021-2025 | A year, 2008-2025 | Rank of all states |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 31 | 31 | 9th |
| Pennsylvania | 20 | 24 | 15th |
| Vermont | 12 | 13 | 30th |
| Massachusetts | 9 | 12 | 35th |
| Connecticut | 7 | 11 | 40th |
| New Jersey | 6 | 9 | 41st |
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 16, 2026.
More records for New York
- Winter Storm Watches in New York32 a year
- Severe Thunderstorm Warnings in New York442 a year
- Flood Advisories in New York280 a year
- Flood Warnings in New York117 a year
- Every warning type in New York
- Winter Storm Warnings in every state705 a year nationally