Rochester's Chilly New Year's Eve Celebration

Heavy Snow Expected on New Year's Eve

Rochester is in for a snowy New Year's Eve. The National Weather Service in Buffalo predicts 1 to 2 inches of snow starting in the afternoon. More snow is expected overnight, making travel tricky for those heading home from parties.

January 1st: Light Snow and Extreme Cold

The snow won't stop on January 1st. However, it's expected to be lighter, with less than half an inch of new snow. This is quite different from last year, which was unusually warm for this time of year.

Record-Breaking Cold Expected

Looking back at Rochester's weather history, New Year's Day usually has a high of 33 degrees and a low of 19 degrees. But this year, it's expected to be much colder, with a high of only 17 degrees and a low of 15 degrees. This could be one of the coldest New Year's Days in recent history.

Extreme Weather on New Year's Day

Rochester has seen some extreme weather on New Year's Day. The warmest temperature recorded was 68 degrees, while the coldest was -8 degrees. The most snow ever recorded was 7.9 inches.

Be Prepared for Anything

This year's weather is a reminder of how unpredictable winter can be. It's always a good idea to be prepared for anything, especially when celebrating outdoors.