NYC Weather Forecast: Snow, Rain Expected As Storm Takes Aim

NEW YORK , NY – A storm bringing snow, rain and ice is taking aim at New York City is due to hit Sunday and has all the "ingredients" to be a big one, AccuWeather.com reported Thursday. It could bring strong winds and heavy rain as well as snow, the forecasters said.

Snow is likely before 1 p.m., probably changing to rain in the afternoon and into the night.

But Accuweather.com forecasters warned that prediction could change, with Sunday's storm possibly being "potent."

"The ingredients are there for a big storm, but there is some competition with other, lesser storms on the map due to the busy weather pattern," AccuWeather Chief Broadcast Meteorologist Bernie Rayno said.

AccuWeather's long-term forecast warns that February is going to be a tough month with a lot of snow and some freezing cold temperatures. On Friday, Staten Island Zoos furry forecaster Chuck will give his expert opinion on Groundhog Day.

Here's the forecast for the next few days, courtesy of the National Weather Service:

Saturday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 30. West wind 9 to 11 mph.

Saturday Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 28.

Sunday
Snow likely before 1pm, then rain. High near 38. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

Sunday Night
Rain. Low around 32. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

Monday
Partly sunny, with a high near 38.

Monday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 24.

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