Residents throughout New York City are getting ready for a rainy end to the week, as forecasts from the National Weather Service predict showers and possible thunderstorms. According to the NWS, both Manhattan and Staten Island have a 30 percent chance of rain, primarily before 8 a.m., with temperatures expected to reach around 72 degrees in Manhattan and 70 degrees in Staten Island.
As Friday approaches, the chance of rain increases to 80 percent, with expected rainfall of less than a tenth of an inch—though higher amounts are possible during thunderstorms, particularly in Manhattan. As reported by the National Weather Service, similar conditions are expected across the boroughs, with Brooklyn and Queens also anticipating showers and possible thunderstorms. The stormy weather is forecast to continue into Saturday, with the Bronx facing a 90 percent chance of rain on Friday night.
Meanwhile, the National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for southeast New York, highlighting a "high rip current risk in effect through this evening" for areas including Kings (Brooklyn), Southwest Suffolk, Southeast Suffolk, Southern Queens, and Southern Nassau. Residents and visitors to these areas are advised to exercise caution when near the water.
Following the weekend's rain, the region is expected to see a shift toward clearer skies starting Sunday, with forecasts calling for mostly sunny conditions and pleasant weather continuing into early next week. A gradual warming trend is expected across all five boroughs, with temperatures in Manhattan reaching around 70 degrees on Sunday and rising to near 80 by Wednesday. Similar patterns are reflected in the forecasts for Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island, offering residents a welcome break from umbrellas and raincoats, according to the National Weather Service.
