Thursday, July 23, 2026, started off about as good as it gets in New York City, with clear skies, comfortable air and temperatures near 66°F at central city stations. High pressure is locked in overhead today, keeping the sunshine going with a light north breeze and an afternoon high near 77°F.
A drier air mass is keeping humidity in check compared with earlier in July, and temperatures are running roughly five degrees below what you would normally expect in late July. Overnight lows will hover near 67°F and daytime highs should top out in the upper 70s. The next shot at unsettled weather comes late Monday into Tuesday, when showers and thunderstorms become more likely, according to the National Weather Service.
Beach And Boating Conditions
Ocean beaches are under a High Rip Current Risk through this evening because of an 8-second south-to-southeast swell, and some offshore waters are under Small Craft Advisories through the afternoon. Swimmers and small-boat operators should use extra caution. Stay in lifeguarded areas, obey posted flags, and if you are caught in a rip current, swim parallel to the shoreline until you break free. Boaters should expect marginal conditions for small craft this morning, with seas improving by late afternoon.
Plan Ahead
This is a solid stretch for park time, runs and outdoor dining through the weekend, with mornings and late afternoons feeling especially comfortable as humidity stays down. For background on recent tides and beach safety, see sunny skies and sneaky tides.
Check the latest forecasts before heading to the water, and treat lifeguards and posted warnings as the final word on safety. Enjoy the sunshine, but respect the surf.
