Friday, June 5, started out on a pleasant note in New York City, with clear skies and temperatures around 67°F at sunrise. The warmth will build quickly, though, with plenty of sun and afternoon highs near 84°F. An Air Quality Health Advisory is set for later in the day, and a front moving in late Saturday will bring a shot at showers and thunderstorms overnight, with a few storms possibly turning strong.
Sunny Friday Into a Hot Weekend
Morning sunshine will carry into a mostly sunny afternoon, with temperatures topping out near 84°F. Dew points in the 50s should keep the humidity in the “not awful” category, so it will feel warm but not swampy. Light southwest winds of about 2 to 8 mph will tilt the warmest readings toward inland neighborhoods, while spots near the water get a bit of a sea breeze. For a deeper look at how this pattern set up, see our gorgeous-today, sizzling-by-Saturday setup.
Air Quality Advisory This Afternoon
An Air Quality Health Advisory is in effect from 11 AM to 11 PM Friday for New York City and nearby counties, as ground-level ozone is expected to push the Air Quality Index above 100. People with asthma, heart or lung disease, older adults and children are urged to take it easy and consider limiting strenuous outdoor activity during the afternoon and evening. The advisory and forecast details come from the National Weather Service.
Late Saturday Night Storm Chances
A cold front sliding toward the region on Saturday will hike up the chances for showers and thunderstorms from Saturday evening into the night, with the highest odds across northern and inland neighborhoods. Forecasters note that a few storms could pack strong, gusty winds and small hail overnight. Timing is still a bit fuzzy, so if you have outdoor plans, make sure there is a backup option. By Monday, conditions should trend drier and a bit cooler, with highs easing back into the low to mid 70s.
What To Do Today And This Weekend
If you are planning to be outside, aim for morning activities and steer clear of strenuous exercise between 11 AM and 11 PM while the air quality advisory is in effect. Mariners and beachgoers should keep an eye on the forecast for strengthening south to southwest gusts late Saturday and the possibility of marginal Small Craft conditions. Before you head out, check the latest advisories and official forecasts so the weather does not catch you off guard.
