Freezing Rain Threatens Travel for 1 Million in Northeast This Weekend

As of November 14th, 2025, a powerful clipper storm is expected to sweep through the northeastern United States, bringing a wintry mix of freezing rain, sleet, and snow to the region. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued hazardous weather outlooks, warning that the storm could create treacherous travel conditions for up to 1 million people across northern New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and western Maine.

The heaviest freezing rain is forecast to fall during the overnight hours on Saturday, before colder weather causes the precipitation to transition to mainly snow on Sunday. Meteorologists caution that the combination of freezing rain, sleet, and snow has the potential to make roads extremely slippery, potentially leading to delays and dangerous driving conditions on major transportation corridors.

The fast-moving clipper system, originating from Canada, is expected to move through the Northeast from late Saturday into Sunday morning. Temperatures in the affected regions are predicted to range from the 30s to the low 40s Fahrenheit, with wind chill values dropping further during the inclement weather. Travelers are urged to monitor weather forecasts and road conditions closely, as the wintry mix could persist into early next week, with the potential for additional lake-effect snow in some areas.