Winter storm pulls away after dumping heavy snow; frigid air won't budge | Live updates

The storm left well over a foot of snow in parts of the area, and cold air will be locked in place into early February.

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Last updated: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 4:38PM GMT
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NEW YORK (WABC) -- The winter storm of January 2026 that once covered 2,000 miles across the nation has pulled away, leaving New York City and the Tri-State area to dig out from the biggest snowfall in years.

The big dig coincided with the start of the work week, with motorists faced with treacherous drives and commuters on public transit that contended with challenges, too, though subway service was largely normal.

The storm left almost a foot and half of snow in parts of the region, while Central Park came in at 11.4 inches, a record for the day. These were not the final numbers and could go up.

There were a few more scattered snow showers early Monday but the bulk of the storm has headed out to sea. Monday's notable weather feature was the bone-chilling cold, and it will linger through at least the next seven days. Temperatures are not expected to top the freezing mark until Feb. 3, when a high of 33 is expected, still well below normal.

That means the snow and ice will stick around at least into early February.

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Jan 25, 2026, 7:56 PM GMT

Latest transit updates from NYC and across the region

Alternate side parking rules are suspended Monday to facilitate snow operations. Parking meters will remain in effect.

Subways and buses are running with minor adjustments. Expect normal service Monday.

The LIRR will operate on a Sunday schedule Monday. Metro North will operate on a holiday schedule with additional rush hour trains.

NICE Bus and Bee Line bus routes are suspended as of 3 p.m. Sunday.

NJ Transit rail is suspended as of 2 p.m., and buses have not run Sunday. NJ Transit buses and trains should to resume at some point Monday, but timing is weather and equipment-permitting.

NYC Ferry currently suspended service due to the winter storm and the Staten Island Ferry moved to hourly service at noon. Both are expected to resume Monday.

Meanwhile, the Broadway League believes the show will go on at most theaters Sunday, it is an individual decision. 'Aladdin' and 'The Lion King' cancelled Sunday and will resume Tuesday.

Jan 25, 2026, 7:50 PM GMT

Snow totals as of 2:30 p.m. Sunday

Snow totals are surging across the Tri-State area, with Central Park reporting 7.2 inches, and several nearby communities already nearing 10 inches as snowfall continues.

Snow totals across the city range from 6 to over 8 inches, with Washington Heights over 8 inches, Brooklyn topping 8 inches, and Queens between 6 and 9 inches, including 7.1 inches at LaGuardia and 6 inches at JFK. Staten Island is also seeing deep accumulation, with several locations near 8 inches.

Heavier snowfall extends well beyond the city. Parts of Rockland County are reporting around 10 inches, the highest totals in the region so far. Nearby areas of northern New Jersey, including Bergen, Essex, Passaic, and Union counties, are also seeing widespread 7 to 9 inches, with some communities exceeding 9 inches.

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Jan 25, 2026, 7:47 PM GMT

Archdiocese of New York schools will have snow day

The Archdiocese of New York schools will have a snow day Monday with no remote instruction.

Brooklyn Diocese is closing elementary school buildings, individual school administrations will decide whether to have a snow day or remote learning.

Meanwhile most suburban schools will be closed Monday, including Yonkers and White Plains in Westchester. Newark and Jersey City in New Jersey have already announced schools are closed.

Jan 25, 2026, 7:19 PM GMT

Chief Meteorologist Lee Goldberg shares 'avalanche' video from back yard

Lee Goldberg shared video of an "avalanche" of snow in his back yard Sunday while his wife worked to clear snow.

He shares more tips for dealing with snow accumulation:

Chief Meteorologist Lee Goldberg has more tips for dealing with snow accumulation.