Northeast Faces Coldest Day of the Season

The Northeast is experiencing the coldest day of the season, with temperatures in New York City dropping significantly below average, comparable to those in Anchorage, Alaska, and wind chills in the teens and single digits. Winds are expected to decrease over the weekend, with temperatures rising to near-normal by Sunday. In Maine, wind chills make it feel like 10 to 15 degrees, with gusts up to 40 mph, and a chance of snow is forecasted for Saturday night into Sunday. Regions like Tallahassee also faced below-freezing temperatures, though warmer weather is expected soon. This cold spell follows an unusually warm fall, which increased wildfire risks in New York State. Despite the icy conditions, temperatures are expected to climb back into the 50s by the middle of the next week, providing some relief.