As the summer sun continues across New York City’s boroughs, forecasts from the National Weather Service indicate clear skies, occasional breezes, and a gradual increase in temperatures throughout the week.
Manhattan is forecast to experience sunny conditions, with temperatures reaching a high near 86 degrees today and increasing to around 97 degrees by Friday. Brooklyn is expected to have similar weather, with a high near 86 degrees today and temperatures rising to approximately 95 degrees by the end of the week, according to the NWS.
Queens is forecast to reach a high near 86 degrees today, while the Bronx is expected to see a slightly lower high near 85 degrees. Staten Island is projected to have a high near 87 degrees, with calm conditions continuing through the end of the day.
While daytime conditions are forecast to remain sunny, the nights leading into the weekend may see a shift. A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms is forecast for all boroughs, with partly cloudy skies and overnight lows remaining in the mid-70s.
The Hazardous Weather Outlook issued by the National Weather Service New York NY forecasts hot and humid conditions toward the end of the week, most likely from Thursday through Saturday. Maximum heat index values are expected to exceed 95°F and may surpass 105°F on Friday. The advisory covers Manhattan, the Bronx, Kings (Brooklyn), and Richmond (Staten Island), noting the potential for elevated heat index levels.
