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New Yorkers Dream of Rare White Christmas Amid Dry Forecast

12/20/2025

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New Yorkers are hoping for a white Christmas, a rarity that has occurred only six times in 156 years.
AccuWeather meteorologist John Feerick says this year will likely be dry and pleasant, with mid-40s temperatures.
There is a slight chance of light snowfall early this week, but any accumulation should melt by Christmas.
Last year marked the first white Christmas since 2009, with an inch of snow in Central Park.

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New Yorkers are hoping for a white Christmas, a rarity that has occurred only six times in 156 years.
AccuWeather meteorologist John Feerick says this year will likely be dry and pleasant, with mid-40s temperatures.
There is a slight chance of light snowfall early this week, but any accumulation should melt by Christmas.
Last year marked the first white Christmas since 2009, with an inch of snow in Central Park.