New York, NY (April 18, 2026)

A late-season chill is gripping the tri-state area Tuesday morning, with temperatures dropping near or below freezing overnight and cold weather alerts in effect across parts of southern New York and northern New Jersey.

Frost advisories and freeze warnings were issued as lows fell into the 20s and 30s, raising concerns for early spring plants and outdoor conditions. After the cold start, Tuesday is expected to turn sunnier, with temperatures gradually climbing to around 50 degrees in most areas.

The chilly conditions follow a breezy Monday that saw similar highs near 50, but the pattern is already beginning to shift. A gradual warm-up is expected to take hold by midweek, bringing a noticeable change after the brief return to winterlike weather.

On Wednesday, scattered morning showers could affect the commute, but temperatures are forecast to rise into the low 60s. By Thursday, a more significant warm-up arrives, with highs reaching into the 70s and more comfortable spring conditions continuing into Friday.

The milder stretch may not last long. Rain is expected to move in over the weekend, accompanied by another cooldown that will bring temperatures back below seasonal averages.

For now, the focus remains on the cold start to Tuesday, as residents wake up to freezing conditions before a quick rebound into more typical spring weather later in the week.