This week in NYC, we’ve got everything from rain to sunshine. Stay updated with our detailed forecast from your trusted meteorology team.

This week, New York City sees a sweeping range of weather conditions, from moderate rains and scattered showers to clear and sunny skies. As a robust system affects the region, temperatures and precipitation vary significantly. Learn how you can plan your activities around NYC’s dynamic weather with our comprehensive forecast. A robust system is moving across the Northeast region bringing moderate to heavy rain from Scranton to Albany, with intense rainfall centered around Syracuse. Thunderstorms are developing near Pittsburgh, edging towards the northeast. Cloud cover is predominant over New York City, and light showers are expected to extend towards Boston. Washington D.C. is experiencing scattered showers, although they’re less intense compared to the northern areas.
Afternoon in New York City will see temperatures gradually dropping from 74 degrees at 4 PM to 72 degrees by 8 PM. Scattered thunderstorms are expected early, transitioning to rain by 6 PM, with conditions improving to mostly cloudy later. Winds are calm throughout the afternoon, with a slight north breeze developing by the evening. Keep an umbrella handy as this wet pattern persists.
Today’s high temperatures in the Northeast are a mixed bag. Pittsburgh leads the pack with a warm 80 degrees, while Washington D.C. isn’t far behind at 81 degrees. In contrast, Boston is cooler at 70 degrees, and Portland is quite mild with a high of just 65. New York and Philadelphia are enjoying comfortable afternoons, both hitting 74 degrees, while Syracuse reaches a pleasant 77 degrees. Keep an eye on those temperature contrasts as we head into the evening!
Tonight, Boston will dip to 56 degrees, while New York City is expected to see a low of 61. Philadelphia will also experience a low of 61 degrees. Meanwhile, Scranton is set to cool down to 60 degrees, and Buffalo will rest at 63 degrees.
Tomorrow in the Northeast, expect a warm day with highs well above average. New York City will reach 75 degrees while Philadelphia enjoys a high of 72. Scranton is looking at 74 degrees, and Syracuse will be even warmer at 78. Buffalo is shaping up to a nice 75 degrees. Boston’s temperatures will be mild, peaking at 71 degrees.
Rain showers push into Albany and Syracuse later in the afternoon as a front approaches. Stronger storms could impact areas around Philadelphia by evening. Temperatures will remain in the 70s, providing cool relief. Rain will taper off into Sunday, leading to a drier start of the week.
In New York City, the UV index will be moderate at 4 on Saturday, with a burn time of about 35 minutes under direct sun exposure. On Sunday, prepare for a higher index of 7, where sunburn can occur in just 20 minutes.