New York, NY – Umbrellas are up and pavement is already slick across the city this morning, with light rain creating slow travel on major routes like I-95 and the FDR Drive. Expect wet conditions to linger into early afternoon, with reduced visibility and longer commute times impacting buses and trains.
According to the National Weather Service, a 50% chance of rain continues through early afternoon, with highs reaching just 54°F. Winds from the south at 10 to 17 mph are adding a damp chill, especially along bridges and exposed roadways. Rain tapers later today, but cloud cover sticks around.
Conditions improve tonight with partial clearing and lows near 48°F. By Thursday, a noticeable warm-up arrives. Sunshine breaks through, pushing highs to 68°F across Central Park and much of Manhattan. Expect breezy northwest winds, with gusts up to 23 mph, which could impact high-profile vehicles on bridges like the Verrazzano.
Friday keeps the spring momentum going with partly sunny skies and highs near 59°F. However, the pattern turns unsettled again heading into the weekend. Rain chances return Saturday, especially after 8 a.m., with highs dropping to 51°F. Wet roads could once again slow travel across the metro area.
Drivers should remain alert for slick spots, especially during early mornings and late evenings when temperatures hover in the upper 40s—prime conditions for isolated flash-freezing on untreated surfaces.
Five Day Forecast for New York City, NY:
Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 68°F
Friday: Partly sunny, high 59°F
Saturday: Showers likely after morning, high 51°F
Sunday: Partly sunny, high 57°F
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 59°F
