Discover what the shifting skies hold over the Northeast with our latest weather update.

A dynamic weather pattern unfolds across the Northeast bringing varied weather from snow in Vermont to rains pushing towards the D.C. area. With Meteorologist Amy Freeze’s detailed analysis, understand how these changes can affect you over the next week. A dynamic weather pattern is unfolding across the Northeast. The regional radar shows that a band of rain is advancing into Pennsylvania and New Jersey, extending towards New York City, where showers are expected to intensify later today. Washington D.C. is currently experiencing moderate rainfall with heavier pockets seen just southwest, signaling that these showers will continue their eastward march. Farther north, the radar is picking up some snow in the northern areas of New York and into parts of Vermont and New Hampshire. Syracuse finds itself under cloud cover with light precipitation, while Albany is gearing up for a wintry mix as snow transitions to rain. Boston appears mostly dry for now, but expect an increase in cloud cover as the system approaches from the west. Portland, Maine, is already seeing some snowfall, contributing to a wintry landscape. In the west, Pittsburgh and Buffalo are mostly clear from precipitation at the moment but remain cloudy, with the chance for rain expected to develop as the evening progresses.
In New York City, the afternoon forecast shows temperatures holding steady around 48 degrees. Expect a northeast wind at 8 miles per hour, accompanying cloudy skies with intermittent showers.
In the northern tier, Buffalo is experiencing a cool high of 41 degrees, while Syracuse reaches a slightly warmer 44. Downstate, Scranton also sees a high of 44 degrees. Philadelphia is a bit milder today at 47 degrees, while New York City edges up to 49. Heading east, Boston is at 45 degrees and Portland is slightly cooler with a high of 42. Meanwhile, Pittsburgh manages to reach 48 degrees, and Washington, D.C., brings in the highest temperature among major cities in the region at 50 degrees.
Tonight in the Northeast, expect a cool night with below-average temperatures. Buffalo will dip to 36 degrees, while Pittsburgh also sees a low of 36. Syracuse and Scranton will register at 37 degrees, as will New York City. Philadelphia and Albany will hold steady at 41 degrees. A chilly night in Boston, where temperatures will fall to 37 degrees.
High temperatures for tomorrow across the Northeast region are expected to remain quite cool. In New York City, the high will be around 43 degrees. Philadelphia is also poised for a high of 43. Washington, D.C. will be slightly warmer at 50 degrees, which is a bit below average for this time of year. To the north, Boston expects a chilly high of 39 degrees, while farther inland, Scranton will reach a similar 43 degrees. Buffalo and Syracuse are both forecasted for highs of 48 degrees.
A frontal system approaches the Northeast tomorrow, bringing periods of rain across areas from Washington D.C. to Boston. Expect the heaviest downpours from Philadelphia to New York City during the morning into the afternoon, potentially impacting the daily commute. Rain totals could exceed an inch in some spots, raising the risk of localized flooding, especially in low-lying urban areas. Winds pick up farther north, with gusts reaching 25-30 mph near the coast. Temperatures remain cooler, in the 50s and 60s, as the front moves through, signaling a temporary cool down for the weekend. Watch closely for severe weather alerts as conditions develop.
The UV index in New York City is low today due to cloud cover and rain, with a value of 3 on Friday and dropping to 1 on Saturday.