Manhattan woke up to clear skies and a brisk 35°F, but the calm will not last. Clouds are expected to thicken through the day, with a quick shot of light snow forecast Sunday evening into early Monday, February 16, 2026, likely leaving a brief coating across the New York City metro.
Evening Snow And Accumulation
Snow is projected to move in after 7 p.m. Sunday and continue into the overnight hours, with northeast winds around 10 to 12 mph and roughly a 70 percent chance of precipitation, according to the National Weather Service. Forecasters call for “new snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible” across the NYC and New Jersey metro area and Long Island, with totals tapering off by Monday morning. The event should be short and on the lighter side, but still enough to whiten up sidewalks, stoops and bridges and leave a thin coating on exposed surfaces.
What This Means For Monday
Monday is a federal holiday, Washington’s Birthday, which means transit agencies will be on reduced or weekend-style schedules. If you were banking on a normal rush-hour commute, you might want to double-check. The MTA posts holiday schedules and rider guidance online, and the MYmta app will have the latest before you head out. With temperatures hovering near freezing early in the day, even lightly packed snow could turn stairs, ramps and platforms into slick spots.
Midweek Outlook
After the quick Monday coating, the rest of the week trends milder. Highs are expected to reach the low to mid 40s from Tuesday through Friday. Forecasters say confidence drops by midweek, so timing and amounts for additional rain or snow chances on Wednesday and Friday may shift as new data comes in.
How To Prepare
Planning to be out Sunday night or early Monday? Waterproof shoes or boots are a smart move, and watch for untreated patches on sidewalks, crosswalks and curb cuts. Property owners should be ready to clear stoops and check fire escapes, since even a light, wet coating can be more treacherous than it looks. For the latest forecast details and any advisories, keep an eye on the National Weather Service and check transit updates before traveling.
