The state reported an additional 136 deaths, bringing the statewide total to 30,040.
There are now 7,935 patients being treated for the coronavirus in New York hospitals.
"Yes, the vaccine is here and yes, we are laser focused on ensuring hospitals do not become overwhelmed, but we cannot lose sight of our collective responsibility to slow the spread. As we begin 2021 and look forward to brighter days ahead, let us all use this time to celebrate smart and recommit ourselves to doing what we know works - wearing masks, avoiding gatherings and socially distancing - so we can win this war and finally put this invisible enemy to rest once and for all," Cuomo said in a statement.