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First Accumulating Snow of the Season Targets the Northeast This Week

Nov 11, 2026

The first accumulating snow of the season could create slippery travel conditions in parts of the Northeast later this week, particularly in higher elevations of Pennsylvania, West Virginia, New York and New England.

Pittsburgh, Syracuse and Binghamton could see their first snowflakes as a developing storm moves east Thursday through Saturday morning. While November snowfall is typical for the interior Northeast, the arrival of wintry conditions after recent warmth could catch some residents off guard.

“There can be a very fine line between rain, snow and accumulating snow when temperatures are in the mid-30s. The intensity of precipitation can make all the difference. Heavier precipitation can briefly cool the air enough for rain to change over to snow, while lighter rain or drizzle may never make that transition. That means two communities just a short distance apart could experience very different conditions,” said AccuWeather expert meteorologist Tyler Roys.

Where Snow Could Develop

Pennsylvania and New York: Pittsburgh, Syracuse and Binghamton could see their first flakes, while accumulating snow is possible in higher elevations of western Pennsylvania, along portions of the Pennsylvania-New York border and into the Catskills. Areas near Erie, Pennsylvania are also being monitored.
Appalachian Mountains: Higher elevations of West Virginia and southwestern Virginia have the potential for accumulating snow, with slippery spots possible above 2,000 feet
Northern New England: Accumulating snow is possible along the spine of the mountains in western New England, from northwestern Connecticut through western Massachusetts and Vermont. Reduced visibility and slippery travel conditions are possible in higher elevations.

The storm could bring a mixture of rain and snow, with gusty winds making AccuWeather RealFeel® Temperatures feel 10-15 degrees colder than actual air temperatures.

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