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NEW YORK (WABC) -- Brutal cold continues across New York City and the Tri-State area, with bone-chilling wind chills dipping as low as 5 to 10 degrees below zero in some spots.
Cold weather advisories remain in effect, with frostbite possible on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
While daytime temperatures may briefly approach the freezing mark this week, strong winds are making it feel far colder.
Black ice, flurries, and another potential blast of Arctic cold heading into next weekend mean winter hazards are far from over.
Bundle up, limit time outdoors, and stay weather-aware.
Alternate Side Parking Regulations will be suspended in New York City through Tuesday, February 3, 2026, to facilitate snow operations, the mayor's office said.
Payment at parking meters will remain in effect throughout the city.
Saturday marks the eighth consecutive day with temperatures failing to climb above freezing, and the streak may continue for another week.
The next real opportunity to break it comes Tuesday, when highs could briefly reach 32 degrees. If temperatures stay below freezing, New York City could challenge the record for the longest consecutive stretch without breaking the freezing mark - a record no one is eager to see set.
Some of the coldest readings Saturday morning were found north and west of the city. Katonah and Danbury dipped below zero, while Montgomery sat near 5 degrees.
Central Park and Newark were around 10 degrees, with single-digit readings across Long Island and the Jersey Shore. Factoring in the wind, it felt as cold as 9 below zero in Belmar and 8 below zero in Toms River - levels that can become dangerous quickly without proper protection.
There have been 13 outdoor deaths since last Friday, the mayor's office said.
A City Hall spokesperson released a statement on Friday saying,
"We can confirm there have been 13 outdoor deaths since the start of the snow storm and this stretch of life-threatening cold weather. From our DSS workers to NYPD officers, our administration has intensified homeless outreach efforts and successfully made over 800 placements since the beginning of what could be the longest period of consecutive sub-32 degree days in city history. And tonight, as part of our whole of government response to this weather crisis, we have opened a new low-barrier shelter and are utilizing on-call ambulettes that will go through the city and that will go directly to homeless individuals, encourage them to come into the unit for a meal and to warm up, and address any clinical needs."
In coordination with the National Weather Service, NYCEM is monitoring a coastal low-pressure system expected to bring cold temperatures, breezy winds and a very small potential of light snow to the city, which may lead to slick road conditions and potential travel disruptions over the weekend.
"New Yorkers should take this cold weather seriously. Temperatures are dangerously low, with icy conditions as a result, and even short trips can be dangerous. If you can, stay indoors, keep warm, and limit time outside. If you need to travel, use public transportation and give yourself extra time. City agencies are working around the clock to clear streets, improve road conditions, and get New Yorkers indoors and out of the cold as we continue recovering from last weekend's heavy snowfall. As we face what could be the harshest stretch of cold weather in New York City history, we all must do our part and stay prepared," said New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani.
"As cleanup from last weekend's storm continues, even light additional snowfall and extreme cold can create challenges," said NYCEM Commissioner Zach Iscol. "We encourage New Yorkers to stay alert, look out for their neighbors, and travel carefully."
