Tonight’s weather in New York City will provide clear skies and a gentle night, perfect for your evening plans. Stay tuned for a shift tomorrow with a mix of sun and potential showers to carry through to a vibrant weekend.

Meteorologist Amy Freeze details this week’s weather highlights for New York City and the broader Northeast region. Tonight’s calm conditions lead into a warm, sunny Thursday followed by a rainy Friday. The weekend promises some clearing after showers, with a cooler but clear Sunday. Heading into next week, expect mild and partly sunny days, with fluctuating temperatures. Visit our full forecast at https://amyfreeze.ai/
On the Regional Radar for the Northeast, rain showers can be spotted moving across upstate New York, particularly affecting areas close to Albany. Another patch of rain is approaching Buffalo from the west, while Syracuse remains dry at the moment. Scranton and Philadelphia are experiencing clear conditions, a pleasant break from the rain. Further northeast, Boston is cloudy, hinting at possible rain later in the day. Along the coastal areas, from New York City to Portland, clear skies prevail, providing a beautiful day near the Atlantic Ocean.
For this evening in New York City, clear skies will dominate with calm winds. Temperatures will gradually decrease from 63 degrees at 8 PM to 59 degrees by midnight. A pleasant and tranquil night is on the horizon, making it perfect for evening plans.
Philadelphia will cool down to around 62 tonight. Scranton will also see a comfortable low of 59 degrees. Farther north, Boston will dip to a cooler 57 degrees, and Portland will be on the chillier side at 45 degrees.
Tomorrow in the Northeast, we can expect a warm day with above-average temperatures for this time of year. Pittsburgh will lead the way, soaring to 85 degrees. Philadelphia and Scranton are not far behind, both hitting 81 degrees. New York City is projected to reach the low 70s at 72 degrees, while Albany will be slightly higher at 78.
Expect a mix of showers and isolated thunderstorms across the Northeast beginning late morning tomorrow, affecting areas from New York to Boston. A frontal boundary will introduce pockets of heavy rain, with localized flooding possible in low-lying regions, especially near Albany and Syracuse. Temperatures will remain mild, ranging from the upper 50s in Scranton to mid-60s near Washington D.C., before dropping slightly as the front passes. Watch for lingering precipitation into the evening hours, primarily in coastal regions from New York City to Portland. Wind gusts might reach up to 25-30 mph, particularly near Buffalo and Philadelphia, contributing to a brisk feel throughout the day.
Today in New York City, the UV index is high at 7, which means you should watch out for quick sunburn in about 20 minutes of direct exposure. Tomorrow, expect similar conditions with another UV index of 7.
Thursday: Mostly clear skies with a balmy high of 76 degrees and a low of 59. Friday: Rain arrives late, keeping temperatures steady with a high of 76 and a low of 60. Saturday: Early showers move through, followed by clearing skies. Expect a high of 71 degrees and a low of 51. Sunday: A clear and cooler day with temperatures peaking at 62 degrees, dropping to 52 at night. Monday: Partly sunny conditions will bring a high of 74 degrees, cooling to 56 after sunset. Tuesday: Mostly cloudy with a warmer afternoon high of 82 degrees and a low of 68. Wednesday: Continuing the mild trend with partly cloudy skies, the high reaches 81 degrees with a low of 56.