New York City is waking up to mostly clear skies Wednesday, with temperatures starting in the mid-60s before climbing to around 78 degrees. The day should stay mostly sunny and dry, with a light southwest breeze building to 3 to 9 mph.
Warm, Mostly Sunny Stretch Holds Through Thursday
Afternoon temperatures will reach the upper 70s Wednesday, while the evening turns partly to mostly cloudy with a low near 70. Thursday looks warmer, with a high around 81 and partly sunny skies, though a few showers could develop late in the day or Thursday night.
The chance of rain Thursday night is still limited at about 20%, and any showers are expected to be light. Winds will remain out of the southwest at around 10 mph, making it feel more like a late-summer evening than the first hints of fall.
Cooler Friday, Wet Weather Builds Sunday
Friday brings mostly sunny skies and a high near 79 before a cooler, drier air mass moves in. Temperatures could fall to around 63 Friday night, and Saturday looks mostly sunny but noticeably cooler, with a high near 70, according to the National Weather Service.
The weekend turns unsettled after that. Showers become possible late Saturday night, rain showers are likely Sunday with a high near 70, and the unsettled pattern could continue through Monday and Tuesday with additional shower chances.
What Rain Could Mean for Local Waterways
According to the New York City Department of Environmental Protection, about 60% of the city has combined sewers that carry stormwater and sewage in the same pipes. After substantial rain, residents planning to use local waterways can check the agency's current waterbody advisories.
No watches, warnings or advisories are in effect for New York City. For outdoor plans, Wednesday and Friday look like the safest bets, while Sunday carries the clearest risk of rain.
