The First Snow Just Fell in New York, Could the Hudson Valley Be Next?
When Will Snow Fall For The First Time This Season?
We just started finally enjoying the true fall weather here in the Hudson Valley.
We're talking perfect 65 degree days with a slight breeze and crisp in the air. It's been perfect, and dry too! However, there's that sinking feeling that winter is sneaking up on us.
And, technically...it is.
The Old Farmer Almanac has predicted that the first measurable snowfall in New York for the 2026-2027 winter season could start falling soon.
In higher elevations across New York State first flakes can start flying between late October and early in November.
Places like New York City and Long Island will see snowflakes a little later, at least that's according to the Old Farmer Almanac predictions.
Are the predictions off this year? Flakes might have been flying already in Upstate, New York.
Snow Flakes Fly Near Wilmington, New York
Did you know that Whiteface Mountain is the 5th highest peak in New York?
Whiteface Mountain is a popular tourist destination and hiking destination throughout the year.
If you headed up there this week to check out the near-peak foliage in the Adirondack's, you might have been met with something else...
SNOW!
Video clips are making the rounds on social media of snowflakes flying across Whiteface Mountain on Monday October 5th, 2026.
New York Upstate shared the clip on Instagram:
Is it measurable snow? Probably not, but it's our first sight of snow so far this year which means the measurable stuff isn't too far off.
Be on the look out!
"Nicest" Weather Forecast of The Year for The HV?
Thankfully, there's no snow in the forecast for us here in the Hudson Valley just yet.
But, with that being said, Meteorologist Ben Noll says we should enjoy this fall weather while we still can. Noll calls the week of October 5th, 2026 "The nicest forecast of the year."
Noll writes:
My advice? Enjoy the dry weather and sunshine while it’s around. At some point in the months ahead, probably during November, a shift toward stormier conditions is expected.
Stormier conditions are on the way. Lets hope it's not too snowy.
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