As New Yorkers brace themselves for the Thanksgiving holiday, the city's boroughs are witnessing a converging forecast of clouds and rain, setting a consistent theme across the regions. According to the National Weather Service's detailed forecast for Manhattan NY, today will see increasing clouds, with a high near 52 degrees, accompanied by a light west wind.
Rain is predicted to touch down citywide shortly before dawn the following day. Reports indicate a 60% chance of precipitation with new rainfall amounts being less than a tenth of an inch. In the spirit of Thanksgiving Day, rain appears to be a guest at the table, with a 100% chance of precipitation and new amounts between half and three quarters of an inch across the boroughs, as detailed in the respective forecasts for Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island.
Post-Thanksgiving, residents can expect a shift towards clearer skies. The forecast for Friday through the weekend across the five boroughs shows mostly sunny conditions, with scattered clouds and high temperatures remaining consistent around the mid-40s. Nighttime temperatures are set to drop to around or a little below freezing, hinting that winter's chill is edging closer.
The National Weather Service has meanwhile dispelled concerns over severe weather through the official Hazardous Weather Outlook, stating, "No hazardous weather is expected at this time that would meet NWS warning criteria." These calm conditions provide a gentle backdrop as the city pulses with holiday preparations and the anticipation of familial gatherings.
