Skiers in New York may need to gear up for a busy winter as forecasters predict the area may be covered in as much as 100 inches of snow for the upcoming 2025-2026 season.

A brewing storm is expected to primarily be a rainmaker, though some snow is possible along its northern edges.

Forecasters say there’s a high level of uncertainty over how the storm system will develop, how strong it will be and where it will track.

A major winter storm is set to hit multiple states over the Thanksgiving holiday period. Follow Newsweek's live blog.

According to FOX 5 NY's Mike Woods, showers will intensify into the evening commute, especially across New York City and areas north and west, before tapering overnight.

Due to an impending snow and ice event in Western New York, the NYSDOT has imposed restrictions on empty trucks and trailers. Affected Roadways: State Route 5 (Buffalo Skyway), State

For the holiday, lake-effect snow is likely to develop downwind of the Great Lakes. “Those traveling on Thanksgiving Day around the Great Lakes region may have to contend with typical lake-effect snow showers, which can result in reduced visibility and slippery travel,” Duff said.

While most forecasts point to a milder winter, if the right patterns align, pockets of heavy snow — or even a blizzard — could make a comeback to New York. Here's what to know.