New York City woke up in a cloud this morning (April 30), with thick fog and mist settling in across the boroughs, temperatures stuck in the upper 40s, and visibility dropping along waterfronts and bridges. Drivers and cyclists should budget extra time for the morning trip, as patchy, low-visibility pockets hang around until the fog lifts later this morning. All of it is the opening act for a cold front sliding through this afternoon, which will flip the winds and bring a shot at some light showers.
What To Expect Today
Skies stay mostly cloudy, with a high near 61°F and about a 30% chance of light rain showers as the front moves through. Any showers that do show up should be brief and only wring out a few tenths of an inch at most.
Offshore waters are under a Small Craft Advisory through 6 PM EDT, and winds will veer from a light southeast breeze this morning to a gustier northwest flow tonight. A chance of mainly light rain comes back late Saturday into Saturday night while temperatures back off over the weekend, then climb again early next week with highs near 65°F Monday (May 4) and into the lower 70s Tuesday (May 5), according to the National Weather Service.
Commute And Coastal Notes
Low clouds and reduced visibility at some airports could slow things down, so allow extra travel time this morning. Expect possible delays at the major area airports and slower-than-usual ferry crossings.
For more detail on last night’s showers and tonight’s tides, check our earlier update. Boaters and waterfront residents should tie down loose gear and avoid exposed parking in low-lying spots ahead of the evening tides.
Plan Ahead
If you are heading out this afternoon, a light jacket and an umbrella are smart additions, though most outdoor plans should only run into spotty showers that fade by late day. Cooler, drier air tonight will set up a cool weekend, followed by that midweek warm-up, which could be a handy window if you are lining up outdoor projects or weekend errands.
