Snow and Winter Storm Updates
Buttons above were last updated: February 23, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Snow Announcement: February 23, 2026 at 5:35 PM
The City of Watertown’s snow emergency will be lifted at 6:00 AM on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. The on-street parking ban remains in effect until that time.
Important Notice about Parking
Vehicles can move back onto the streets starting at 6:00 AM. All vehicles parked in a City provided parking lot are required to be removed from those lots by 7:00 AM. Vehicles not removed promptly will hinder snow removal operations and are subject to towing. We greatly appreciate your cooperation.
Overnight Winter Parking Ban Extension Update
The overnight winter parking ban will remain in effect after the snow emergency is lifted and will continue to be enforced until further notice. Given the severity of recent storms, snow removal operations, ensuring room for our public safety vehicles, and the forecast of more storms to come, the overnight winter parking ban will remain in effect beyond the previously announced end date of March 1. A new end date will be announced at a future time.
Closed Municipal Buildings on Tuesday, February 24
- Watertown Free Public Library
- Watertown Public Schools
- Watertown Senior Center
- Watertown Recreation programming is cancelled
Delayed Opening at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, February 24
- Watertown City Hall
- Parker Building
Food Pantry Update
The Watertown Food Pantry will be closed on Tuesday, February 24. They will open this week on Wednesday, February 25 from 10am to 2pm at the Parker Building (124 Watertown Street).
Trash & Recycling Schedule
Trash and recycling pickup will resume on a one-day delay this week. Pickups will occur from Tuesday, February 24 through Saturday, February 28, 2026. Monday pickups should wait to put your bins curbside until Tuesday morning to not obstruct overnight plowing operations.
Snow Announcement: February 22, 2026 at 12:05 PM
The City of Watertown has declared a snow emergency, going into effect today, Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The snow emergency remains in effect until further notice.
All on-street parking is strictly prohibited. Vehicles left on the street will receive a $100 fine and will be towed. Please visit City’s Winter Parking Ban Information page to learn of free off-street parking options during snow emergencies. Residents can begin moving vehicles into these off-street locations immediately.
Monday Closures
All Watertown municipal buildings are closed on Monday, February 23. This includes:
- Watertown City Hall
- Watertown Free Public Library
- Watertown Senior Center
- Parker Building
- Watertown Department of Public Works (DPW)
- John A. Ryan Arena
- All Watertown Recreation programs are cancelled
Please Stay Safe & Off the Roads
This storm is expected to bring very dangerous conditions, including high winds up to 70 mph, heavier snow exceeding 20 inches, and blizzard conditions. This may cause downed powerlines or trees. We are strongly asking residents to please stay off the roads during the storm, stay away from any down trees or powerlines, and remove your vehicles from the curbs for your and everyone’s safety.
Trash & Recycling Delay
All trash and recycling pickup is delayed at least one day this week due to the storm. We will announce an updated pickup schedule in future storm messages as the storm progresses. Please remove your bins from the curb to allow space for our plows to clear snow without obstruction.
Staying up to date
Please anticipate future updates about the storm at the following locations:
- The City’s website homepage and on this webpage.
- The City’s Facebook and Instagram
- The City’s Everbridge emergency alert system: Sign Up Today,