A high-impact winter storm packing heavy snow and rain has moved into the New York City area and Northeast. Will this impact the Thanksgiving Day Parade?

A storm is brewing for Thanksgiving that could bring rain and even snow to parts of New York. Rain is expected to shower the city overnight starting around 3 a.m. and continuing through Thursday morning,

Areas of New York are forecast to be battered by several inches of snow into Saturday morning as the state is among several in the Northeast and northern Mid-Atlantic regions grappling with winter weather.

Two separate storm systems carrying heavy rain are expected to impact the busy Thanksgiving holiday travel in New York City, and the second one could even bring some snow to parts of the Tri-State area.

Rain is headed our way on Thanksgiving. And it is sorely needed, but the timing is less than ideal. Whether you plan on flying, driving, or staying at home for the holiday, it could be raining on your parade in more ways than one.

A potent winter storm system is set to hit parts of New York state, bringing the potential for heavy snow as millions of people prepare to travel ahead of the busy Thanksgiving holiday.

Thursday will be a First Alert Weather Day as steady rain, wind and cooler temperatures arrive. Places north and west of New York City may also see some snow . Holiday travelers will catch a break Wednesday, but unfortunately they will have to navigate some wet weather on Thanksgiving.

The show must go on and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will go on rain or shine, Macy’s tells NBC New York. The parade is scheduled for Thursday in New York City and unfortunately, the forecast looks rainy.