Grangebel Park, Riverhead. File photo: Denise Civiletti

Snow accumulating to as much as six inches is expected today, according to the National Weather Service.

A winter weather advisory is in effect until 2 p.m.

Snow accumulations of three to five inches are expected across the region, with locally higher accumulations possible, according to the weather service.

Snowfall may be heavy at times this morning, with snowfall rates of one inch per hour possible.

Plan on slippery road conditions as you head out to work this morning. Expect reduced visibilities at times, the weather service said.

Clearing skies this afternoon will give way to clouds as another low moves into the area bringing rain tomorrow, according to the weather service.

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