A bomb cyclone winter storm is whipping up — and it’s headed for New York City, threatening even more snow and colder temps this weekend. The storm is forecast to blow into town Saturday night and stay through Sunday.

A bomb cyclone is a name that was given to the atmospheric process of 'explosive cyclogenesis' and is used to describe a quickly and deeply strengthening storm. It has also been referred to as 'bombogenesis.'

Deep penetration of cold temperatures and a coastal storm will bring bomb cyclone and polar vortex into your newsfeeds. Here's why.

"An intense surge of arctic air behind the coastal storm is bringing below freezing temperatures and wind chills," the WPC said.