The Great New York City Snowmageddon of... June 12th?
Did you wake up this morning, stumble to the window, and do a double take? Was your coffee mug hovering mid-air in shock? If you answered yes to any of these highly specific questions, then congratulations, you witnessed a meteorological marvel – snow in New York City... in June!
That's right, folks. Mother Nature decided to throw a curveball colder than a bodega ice cream sandwich. But before you panic-buy snow boots and stock up on hot cocoa (although, that's never a bad idea), let's delve into the details of this bizarre wintry event.
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The Great Accumulation: How Much Snow Did We Actually Get?
Because apparently, snow measuring sticks aren't exactly standard equipment for a June day in the city. Reports vary slightly, but it seems we can all agree it wasn't a complete blizzard. Central Park sported a respectable 3.2 inches, with some areas in the boroughs reaching a slightly slushier 4 inches. Now, that might not be enough to build a snowman (Frosty would be a puddle by noon), but it's definitely enough to confuse a tourist in shorts.
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But wait, there's more! Our friends in the northern suburbs got the real brunt of this crazy storm. We're talking double-digit snow totals in places like Glen Cove and Hampton. Looks like those folks might be building forts well into July!
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Important Public Service Announcement: Please refrain from making snow angels in traffic. It might seem tempting, but trust us, it's a bad look.
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So, What Caused This Snowy Shenanigan?
Honestly, even the weather nerds are scratching their heads on this one. It seems a confluence of factors, a wacky weather willy-wonka situation, decided to dump some unexpected winter on our summery doorstep.
But hey, at least it makes for a good story, right? You can now tell your grandkids about the time it snowed in New York City in June. Just be sure to emphasize the dramatic bit – how you heroically ventured out in a t-shirt and flip-flops to grab a bagel.
FAQ: How to Deal with the Aftermath of a June Snowstorm (Because Apparently That's a Thing Now)
- How to: Salvage your summer plans? Don't sweat it! This is just a blip. The sun will be back soon, and those rooftop barbecues will be back on track.
- How to: Identify a rogue snowball? Easy! A regular snowball is cold and wet. A June snowball is also cold and wet, but slightly more confused about its existence.
- How to: Explain this to your out-of-town relatives who think you're living in a snowglobe? Just send them this article. They'll understand (or at least be equally bewildered).
- How to: Stock up on emergency summer supplies? Sunscreen, flip flops, an endless supply of iced coffee. You're good to go.
- How to: Prepare for the next time Mother Nature throws a weather curveball? Well, that one we're still working on. Maybe wear a winter hat just in case?
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