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New York Braces for Wet Thanksgiving as Rain Douses the City, Clear Skies Expected Post-Holiday

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Published on November 26, 2024
New York Braces for Wet Thanksgiving as Rain Douses the City, Clear Skies Expected Post-HolidaySource: Unsplash/ Ahmet Kemal

A storm moved through New York City early today, bringing rain across all boroughs with up to a quarter inch of precipitation. The National Weather Service reported that Manhattan saw rain mainly before 10 a.m., with temperatures reaching around 59°F and winds shifting from southeast to west in the afternoon. Similar weather conditions were observed in Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island.

The National Weather Service forecasts clear skies tonight, with Manhattan temperatures dropping to around 37°F and slightly warmer conditions in other boroughs. Looking ahead to Thanksgiving, the forecast predicts rain with a 100% chance and up to three-quarters of an inch of precipitation. The weather forecast for Thanksgiving Day predicts rain across all boroughs.

The forecast after Thanksgiving calls for clearer skies, with mostly sunny conditions and highs in the mid-40s. As the weekend approaches, the city will see more sunshine, though temperatures are expected to stay in the low 40s.

The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for the region, but no severe weather is expected.