ALERT: A winter storm watch is in effect from Sunday morning through Monday evening due to potential for heavy snow.

After a mild day for a change, the cold is not far behind and set to return, but the bigger story a major winter storm is rolling in this weekend.

There’s a high chance that there will be at least 6 inches of snow, and the odds are actually increasing that some areas could get buried under more than 12 inches. The heaviest snow is set for Sunday and Sunday night, and while it'll mostly be that dry, powdery stuff, parts of the southern tri-state might see a wetter, slushier mix.

Either way, it’s going to be a mess for travel and daily errands through Monday, so you might want to get your grocery run done sooner rather than later. Stay with News 12 for the latest updates.

ALMANAC:

Average High: 37 | Average Low: 22

Record High: 54 (19866) | Record Low: -10 (1961)

Sunrise: 7:13 a.m. | Sunset: 4:59 p.m.

OVERNIGHT: Partly cloudy with temperatures trending colder over time. Lows in the low 20s to upper 20s.

FRIDAY: Partly cloudy and breezy at times. Temperatures will trend colder over time. Highs in the upper 20s to low 30s. Lows in the mid- to upper single digits.

SATURDAY: A mix of sun and clouds. Temperatures will be very cold and feel near zero at times. Highs in the mid-teens. Lows in the upper single digits to low teens.

SUNDAY: STORM WATCH - Light snow at first with moderate to heavy snowfall arriving later in the day. Highs in the upper teens. Lows in the mid-teens.