The Big Apple’s Weather Outlook: From Sunny Days to Stormy Skies
By
Amy Freeze
Explore the dynamic shifts in New York City's weather this week—from clear skies and sunny days to impending thunderstorms and cool breezes. Stay ahead with our comprehensive guide!
This week in NYC, expect a mix of sunny spells and stormy weather. With temperatures fluctuating and storms brewing, we’ve got your comprehensive NYC weather update!
Welcome to your go-to weather guide for NYC! Expect partly cloudy skies this afternoon, with temperatures peaking at 82 degrees. A storm system approaches from the west, with potential heavy rain and localized flooding. Stay tuned and prepared! More details on https://amyfreeze.ai/
A line of scattered showers is currently stretching across northeastern Pennsylvania towards upstate New York, affecting areas like Scranton and Syracuse. A more intense storm system is approaching from the west, targeting Buffalo with strong weather. In the coastal regions, Portland remains clear, while clouds are beginning to gather around the Boston area, suggesting imminent precipitation. Washington D.C. and Philadelphia are enjoying clear skies, providing some respite in these areas.
New York City’s afternoon sees temperatures peaking at 82 degrees by 4 PM with partly cloudy skies. Winds are coming from the south-southeast at 8 miles per hour, providing a gentle breeze. As the evening approaches, conditions transition to mostly cloudy skies by 8 PM, with temperatures cooling slightly to 77 degrees.
Today’s regional high temperatures in the Northeast are quite warm. Pittsburgh is at a summer-like 88 degrees, while Philadelphia isn’t far behind with 87. New York City and Scranton are both reporting highs of 83 degrees. Albany is slightly cooler at 85 degrees, and Boston is experiencing a more moderate day with a high of 78. Up north in Portland, temperatures are the coolest in the region, reaching only 71 degrees.
Tonight, Buffalo will cool to 68 degrees, while Syracuse also sees a low of 68. Scranton is expected to drop to 69 degrees, with Philadelphia at 73 and New York City reaching 74 degrees. Portland will be slightly cooler at 66 as the region settles into a mild overnight air pattern.
Tomorrow in the Northeast, high temperatures will warm up significantly. Philadelphia will lead the pack with a high of 86 degrees, while New York City isn’t far behind at 84 degrees. Scranton and Albany can expect highs of 83 and 84 degrees, respectively. Boston will see a high of 81 degrees, and Portland, Maine, stays cooler with a high of 74 degrees.
A weather system will move through the Northeast tomorrow, bringing scattered storms from Pittsburgh to Albany throughout the day. Look for heavy rain and potential localized flooding in areas like Scranton and Syracuse, especially in the afternoon. Temperatures will remain in the mid-70s to low 80s, with cooler air filtering in as the front passes late in the day. Thunderstorm activity will gradually decrease as it reaches coastal cities like New York and Boston.
Prepare for a sunny Sunday in New York City with a UV index hitting a robust 8, translating to a burn time of just 17 minutes, so be sure to lather on that sunscreen!