The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a winter storm watch for parts of upstate New York, in effect from Monday afternoon through late Wednesday night.
Winter storm watch in NY: Areas impacted
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Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Southern Erie, Oswego, Jefferson, and Lewis counties.
What to expect during winter storm in New York
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Heavy lake effect snow: Significant snow accumulation is possible in the most persistent lake-effect snow bands.
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High winds: Gusts up to 35 mph could result in blowing and drifting snow.
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Travel impacts: Visibility may drop drastically in snow bands, creating dangerous travel conditions with deep snow covering roads. Lake-effect snow can create rapid and unpredictable changes in weather conditions. Travelers should be prepared for sudden drops in visibility and deteriorating road conditions.
Timing of storm in NY
The storm is expected to bring multiple periods of heavy snow beginning Monday afternoon and continuing through late Wednesday night.
Snow forecast map: See snowfall projections by day
The map below shows the probability that an area could receive more than 4 inches of snow in the U.S. See New York projections. Use the slider at the top left to toggle by day.
Weather warnings and watches around New York and the U.S.
National Weather Service radar: Track the storm
This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Winter storm watch issued in NY: Heavy lake effect snow possible