Top 5 Major Winter Storms in New York That Brought Devastating Snow, Blizzard

Devastating snow and challenging winter storms can occur in the US, especially in Albany in New York City. As winter begins, homeowners should anticipate devastating snow and blizzard conditions.

Staying updated with forecasts will be helpful to anticipate the weather in the US, bringing devastating snow, blizzard conditions and strong winds. Winter storms can cause widespread travel disruption and cold-related health concerns.

In January, the latest forecast warned of challenging weather conditions in the Southeast, Northwest, Northeast and Midwest. In NYC, residents have experienced severe weather conditions and winter storms.

Here are some of the major winter storms in the region that people should know.

1. Significant Coastal Snowstorm on December 16 to 17, 2020

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Snow in West Side of New York City. Winter storms can bring devastating snow and blizzard conditions in the US. In New York City, devastating storms and major storms have hit Albany. Staying updated with forecasts will be helpful to anticipate the weather in the US, bringing devastating snow, blizzard conditions and strong winds. Winter storms can cause widespread travel disruption and cold-related health concerns. From December 26 to 27, 2010, the Northeastern US experienced significant snow and blizzard conditions. The heavy snow with snowfall rates reached 1 to 3 inches per hour. The troublesome weather outlook managed to hit in Eastern Massachusetts, New York and Connecticut.

From December 16 to 17, a devastating coastal snowstorm unloaded in the Northeastern US. The challenging snow managed to spread over Western New England and Eastern New York. The snow also impacted portions of the Washington and Bennington Counties.

The snowstorms also affected Albany. Widespread travel disruption occurred in the region.

2. Blizzard Conditions on March 14, 2017

On March 14, 2017, a powerful snowstorm unloaded in the Northeast, with a blizzard and heavy snowfall. The snow unfolded at 1 to 4 inches of snow per hour in the region. In the New York counties, the state emergencies were declared. Widespread travel disruption also emerged due to the heavy snow.

Gusty winds reached up to 40 to 50 mph in Southern Vermont, Capital District, Mid-Hudson Valley and Litchfield Hills, bringing near-zero visibility.

3. Nor'easter Snow on November 26-27, 2014

From November 26 to 27, 2014, Albany experienced 10.4 inches of accumulated snow, making it a challenging weather condition in November, making it one of the snowiest, according to reports.

4. Heavy Wet Snow From October 29 to 30, 2011

From October 29 to 30, 2011, residents struggled against heavy wet snow in the East and South of the Capital District. According to reports, the snowfall rates reached 2 to 4 inches an hour. In East Central New York, people experienced widespread snow and power outages in the region.

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5. Blizzard Conditions in the Northeast From December 26 to 27, 2010

From December 26 to 27, 2010, the Northeastern US experienced significant snow and blizzard conditions. The heavy snow with snowfall rates reached 1 to 3 inches per hour. The troublesome weather outlook managed to hit in Eastern Massachusetts, New York and Connecticut.