When Will NYC Actually Get Cold? A Cry for Winter
Okay, so, let's talk about the elephant in the room. Or should I say, the polar vortex not in the room? It's officially insert current month, and I'm starting to think that New York City and winter have a mutual restraining order.
The Great NYC Winter Heist
Remember those winters when you’d wake up to a world blanketed in white, and the only sound was the satisfying crunch of snow under your boots? Yeah, me neither. Because apparently, winter decided to take a permanent vacation in Florida.
I mean, come on, NYC! We deserve a proper winter. We deserve to build snowmen that don’t immediately turn into puddle people. We deserve to slip and slide our way to work and blame it on Elsa. But no, instead, we get teased with the occasional snowflake and then BAM! It's 50 degrees again.
Is Global Warming to Blame?
Now, before we start blaming climate change for everything from our love lives to the price of avocado toast, let's be clear: scientists are pretty sure it's a real thing. And it's probably not helping our winter situation. But let's not forget that NYC winters used to be brutal. People survived, and they even wore hats that looked like they belonged on a squirrel. So, maybe it's just nature’s way of saying, "Hey, let's give these city folk a break."
So, When Will It Actually Be Cold?
The short answer is: who knows? Mother Nature is a fickle mistress. But if history is any indication, we can probably expect some real cold weather around January or February. So, stock up on your hot chocolate, fuzzy socks, and questionable holiday sweaters. And remember, if you see a groundhog shadow, don’t get too excited. That little rodent is probably just as confused as we are.
How To... Winter Survival Guide
- How to dress for a NYC winter that might not happen: Layers, people, layers. And a sense of humor.
- How to stay sane during a seemingly endless winter: Invest in a good indoor garden, binge-watch all the cozy shows, and dream of warmer days.
- How to make the most of a snowy day (if we ever get one): Build a snow fort, have a snowball fight, or just curl up with a good book.
- How to survive the inevitable winter blues: Vitamin D supplements, exercise, and talking to a friend can help.
- How to prepare for the next ice age (just kidding): Stock up on canned food, learn how to start a fire, and become best friends with a woolly mammoth (if you find one).