Ahead of a big travel weekend, some parts of the three states will see their first snowflakes of the season later this week.

If you live north and west of New York City, snow accumulation is possible Thursday through Friday.

A winter weather advisory has been issued for Sullivan and western Ulster counties in New York and Pike County in Pennsylvania.

A winter storm watch will be in effect for Carbon and Monroe counties from 4 p.m. Thursday through 4 p.m. Friday.

Who will get snow this week?

We want to be clear: the most likely chance of gathering spectacle lies in the areas north and west of the city, at the highest elevations.

In the immediate New York City metro area, most residents will experience heavy rainfall.

Snow will cover the high elevations of Pike, Sullivan, western Ulster and northwestern New Jersey, with areas further north and west most likely to see snow.

When does the snow start?

Snow is likely to hit these areas of Pike, Sullivan, western Ulster and northwestern New Jersey as early as Thursday evening and last through Friday morning.

How much snow will we get?

Snow accumulations of up to two inches will be what most people will see at higher elevations.

The highest elevations north and west of the city could see accumulations of six to eight inches of snow by the time the storm moves out Friday.

Temperatures are expected to hover around 40 degrees Friday morning, but will be near freezing at higher elevations.