00:00The Northeast could see its first snowflakes as autumn temperatures plunge.
00:04After a brief warm-up, a powerful shift toward colder weather is forecast for this weekend.
00:10Tuesday and Wednesday could bring temperatures in the 70s and even 80s across parts of the region.
00:15But that warmth may not last.
00:17A storm moving south from Canada is expected to bring rain, gusty winds, and much colder air.
00:23By Saturday, higher elevations of New York and New England could struggle to reach the 30s.
00:28Wind and clouds could make it feel 5 to 15 degrees colder.
00:32The Adirondacks, Green Mountains, and White Mountains have the best chance of seeing brief snowflakes,
00:37with little or no accumulation expected.
00:40Overnight temperatures could fall into the 20s in parts of northern New York, Vermont, and New Hampshire.
00:46The changing weather could also affect fall foliage,
00:49as gusts of 35 to 45 mph may strip more leaves from trees.
00:55Wet leaves can make roads slippery and clog storm drains.
00:58Conditions are forecast to improve somewhat by Sunday.
01:02But the message is clear.
01:03Enjoy the warmth while it lasts, and prepare for a much colder weekend.
01:08Disclosure.
01:09This video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using AI-assisted tools.
