The Great New York City Snowpocalypse of... June 18th? Not Quite.
Ah, June. The birds are singing, the flowers are blooming, and... absolutely no chance of a blizzard. That's right, folks, for those of you who've dusted off your skis in preparation for a Tuesday snowstorm in the Big Apple, we have some not-so-chilly news: New York City is expecting sunshine, not snowflakes, come June 18th.
Now, before you go all Scrooge McDuck and yell at the clouds for ruining your dreams of a tropical-beach-meets-winter-wonderland vacation, here's a little something to consider:
- Snow in June in NYC? Rare as a well-behaved pigeon. We're talking about a meteorological miracle, people.
- Think about the logistics! Imagine the poor sanitation workers trying to wrestle with snow plows in the middle of a heatwave. Not exactly a recipe for employee satisfaction.
- Your sandals will thank you. Seriously, who wants to tromp around in slush with perfectly good pedicures waiting to happen?
But Wait, There's More (Sunshine!)
Now, let's not dwell on the lack of a fictional snowpocalypse. Here's what you can actually expect on Tuesday:
- Sunshine! Get that Vitamin D pumping, people!
- Warm weather! Break out the swimsuits (safely, after all, it's still June)
- Maybe a stray cloud or two, just to keep things interesting. You wouldn't want a sky that's too perfect, would you?
So, what can you do with this information?
- Plan your outdoor adventures! Hit that rooftop bar, have a picnic in Central Park, or just relax and soak up the rays.
- Ditch the snow boots. Embrace the fact that flip-flops are the only footwear you'll need.
- Confuse your social media followers. Post pictures of yourself basking in the sun with the caption "Just another snow day in NYC!"
How-To: Embrace the June Sunshine Edition (FAQ)
How to: Channel your inner beach bum?
- Easy! Grab your sunscreen, a hat, and your favorite playlist.
How to: Avoid any lingering disappointment about the lack of snow?
- Focus on the fact that you won't have to shovel your driveway. Seriously, small victories.
How to: Prepare for the actual weather forecast?
- Check your favorite weather app or website for the most up-to-date information.
How to: Deal with friends who are still clinging to the snowstorm fantasy?
- Humor them. Maybe they secretly yearn for a snowball fight in the summer heat?
How to: Most importantly, how to enjoy a beautiful June day in New York City?
- Just relax and have fun! After all, sunshine is pretty darn awesome too.
