Saturday, April 25, 2026, New Yorkers woke to a gray, chilly start with temperatures stuck around 48–49°F and an easterly breeze. Showers are expected to push in by late morning and turn more persistent during the afternoon, setting the stage for a raw, soggy day.
Rain Timing And Amounts
Rain is expected to begin late Saturday morning and become widespread through the afternoon. Afternoon highs should peak near 49°F before sliding into the mid 40s later in the day. New rainfall totals are forecast to land between one half and three quarters of an inch across much of the city, with localized pockets of 1–2 inches possible into Saturday night, mainly across Manhattan, parts of the Bronx and western Long Island, according to the National Weather Service.
Commute And Outdoor Plans
The steady rain is likely to slow surface commutes and turn sidewalks and subway stairs into slip hazards, with ponding possible in low-lying and heavily paved areas. Umbrellas and rain jackets will be nonnegotiable for afternoon errands or outdoor plans, and both drivers and transit riders should plan for extra travel time.
Afternoon Winds And Marine
East winds will run around 10–14 mph with gusts of roughly 15–25 mph this afternoon, and breezy northeast winds will carry into Sunday with higher gusts expected. Offshore, Small Craft Advisories are possible Sunday into Monday as seas build and gusts approach or exceed 25 knots, per the National Weather Service.
What To Do
Waterproof footwear and a sturdy umbrella are the day’s must-have accessories, and any nonessential boating this weekend is better left on hold. If you have evening plans, keep an eye on conditions before heading out, since the heaviest bands of rain look most likely after dark on Saturday into early Sunday.
