New York City faces a much rougher weekend. An early-season nor’easter is expected to bring strong winds, soaking rain and coastal flooding from Friday night through Sunday.
Friday Starts Quiet, Then The Wind Turns Up
Temperatures should climb to about 71 degrees Friday, though northeast winds around 20 mph will make it feel less comfortable, with gusts up to 32 mph. Showers could arrive Friday afternoon, and the National Weather Service says a Wind Advisory begins at 2 p.m. and continues into early Sunday.
Rain becomes more likely Friday night, when gusts could reach 40 mph. Temperatures will stay near 60 degrees overnight, with cloudy skies settling in across the city.
Saturday Brings More Wind And Rain
The storm's strongest winds and heaviest rain are expected from Friday night through Saturday night. Saturday has a high near 63 degrees and an 80% chance of rain, with north winds and gusts around 45 mph possible. The city could receive 1 to 2 inches of rain over the storm.
Ocean-facing neighborhoods and waterfront areas should be especially alert around high tide. A coastal flood advisory covers Manhattan County from 6 p.m. Friday through 6 p.m. Sunday.
That could mean flooding on low-lying roads, waterfront parks, parking lots and properties near the shoreline. Strong winds may also blow around unsecured objects, while saturated ground can make downed tree limbs and scattered power outages more likely.
Rain Lingers Into Monday Before A Midweek Reset
Sunday stays rainy, with a high near 66 degrees. Rain is expected to end southwest to northeast into Monday night, with a chance of showers Monday and a high near 68 degrees.
The outlook calls for VFR conditions Tuesday. Residents should secure outdoor items, allow extra travel time and avoid driving through water of unknown depth.
