Lake-Effect Snow — Northern Herkimer, New York

2024-01-14 to 2024-01-15 · Northern Herkimer, New York

Wider weather episode

Widespread heavy snow showers and snow squalls tracked across eastern New York on January 14, 2024 ahead of an approaching arctic cold front. Visibilities reduced to near zero in many of these squalls and winds occasionally gusted between 30 and 45 mph. A few localized wind gusts exceeded 45 mph, including at the Albany International Airport which gusted to 58 mph.

Several vehicle accidents occurred as a result of the rapidly changing weather conditions, including along interstates 87 and 890 and the Taconic State Parkway. Strong winds within and outside snow squalls also resulted in some downed trees.

In the wake of this front, lake-effect snow developed across northern Herkimer County, mainly north of Route 28, where over 10 inches of snow fell in some areas. These snow showers tapered off during the early morning hours on January 15.

Key impacts: travel delays, vehicle accidents, tree damage.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1161349. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.