Friday, April 10, 2026: New Yorkers are stepping out under clear skies with temperatures near 40°F, and the city is expected to warm into the mid-60s under mostly sunny conditions. A light south wind this morning will strengthen through the day, so waterfront spots and bridge crossings could feel noticeably gusty. Coastal neighborhoods may deal with patches of low clouds or early fog, while inland areas get the warmer air a bit sooner.
Afternoon Winds And Small Craft Advisory
South winds are forecast to increase to about 5–12 mph and turn breezy, with gusts near 20–25 mph this afternoon, and the National Weather Service notes that some terminals and exposed corridors could run even gustier. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect from 4 p.m. Friday to 2 p.m. Saturday for offshore waters, so boaters and ferry operators should be ready for choppier seas tonight. Ocean conditions are expected to drop back below advisory levels by late Saturday afternoon.
Elevated Fire Risk Saturday
An approaching cold front late Friday night into Saturday should stay mostly dry but will flip winds to the northwest and pull humidity down, creating a period of higher fire-spread potential on Saturday as northwest gusts reach 20–25 mph and relative humidity falls into the mid-20s to mid-30s. State land managers are keeping an eye on conditions and officials may issue fire alerts, so residents are urged to skip burning yard debris or using open flames until humidity recovers. If your weekend plans involve parks or shorelines, keep checking forecasts and pack a few layers, since the breeze behind the front will make it feel cooler.
Looking Ahead
Temperatures climb again next week, with highs reaching into the 70s by Monday and Tuesday and a slight chance of showers returning around midweek. For background on the recent chill and gusty spells earlier this week, see our report on the freeze watch and gusty winds. This page will be updated if the National Weather Service issues new marine or fire products over the weekend.
