The weakest polar vortex in 40 years might be bad news for New Yorkers.

If you were outside in the early morning or late evening this week, you noticed a "chill was in the air."

Frosts, Freezes & Snowflakes Expected In New York State

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Hudson Valley weather expert Ben Noll says this week's weather reminds us all that "frosts, freezes, and eventually snowflakes are not far off!"

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Sadly, if you're not a fan of the cold, this week's freezing weather might just be a preview of a very cold winter to come.

Plenty Of Snow This Winter In New York

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The Old Farmer's Almanac is predicting "there will be plenty of snow" this winter in New York State.

The Old Farmer's Almanac boasts its predictions are "anticipated" because their long-term weather forecasts are "80 percent–accurate.

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The Farmers' Almanac says the 2024-2025 winter will likely be "wet" and cold" thanks to La Nina.

Weakest Polar Vortex In 40 Years

Polar Vortex Weather System Brings Artic Temperatures Across Wide Swath Of U.S.
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Other weather officials report "the weakest polar vortex for October in 40 Years" could impact the winter weather.

The extremely weak polar vortex increases the chances of "cold air escaping from the polar region" and causing "cold outbreaks" here in New York as well as other parts of the East Coast, experts say.

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See the dates below for when New Yorkers can expect frost and the first snowfall.

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