Winter weather is building toward the New York–New Jersey region as a coastal storm sweeps in Tuesday morning. Forecasters expect a mix of rain, sleet, and snow. In higher-elevation areas of northern New Jersey and the Lower Hudson Valley, 3 to 5 inches of damp, heavy snow may pile up. Meanwhile, closer to the coast — including New York City — the forecast leans toward rain or possibly a brief coating of snow.
The uncertainty now revolves around the exact track of the storm. A slightly more inland path could push the snow zone farther south; a more offshore track would keep heavy snow north. Either way, roads may turn slick during the Tuesday morning commute, and travel could be tricky if sleet or slush develops.