NASA Image Shows Ice Surrounding New York City
Summary
NASA shared a satellite image showing ice on the Hudson River and around New York City from a late-January freeze. This image highlighted the impact of cold weather on transportation, as the NYC Ferry stopped services due to ice. Temperatures in the area stayed below freezing, with the Hudson River ice likely coming from areas upriver.Key Facts
- NASA's satellite image showed ice on the Hudson River near Manhattan and other NYC waterways during a January cold spell.
- The image was captured on January 28, 2026, and published on February 4, 2026, by NASA's Earth Observatory.
- The cold weather caused the NYC Ferry to suspend operations because of ice.
- The Hudson River had ice along its western shore by Manhattan, with more ice seen in the East River and other local waterways.
- From January 24 onwards, temperatures in New York City stayed below freezing, reaching a high of 23 degrees Fahrenheit on January 28.
- The Hudson River ice likely moved from farther north, where water freezes more easily.
- Nearly 12 inches of snow fell in Central Park on January 25.
- The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory, expecting minor snow and ice, affecting travel in parts of the Lower Hudson Valley and southern Connecticut.
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