This week’s weather in NYC sees a mix of rain and sunshine. Perfect reading for anyone planning their week!

“Meteorologist Amy Freeze details the Northeast’s weather including NYC. Expect varied conditions with showers and clearer skies later in the week. Dive into temperature specifics, precipitation forecasts, and safety warnings essential for all New Yorkers.” Rain is sweeping across the Northeast, primarily impacting areas from Scranton through to Philadelphia, with the rain extending down towards Washington, D.C. This system is progressing towards the Atlantic coast, enveloping New York and reaching as far north as Boston with increasing cloud cover. Syracuse and Buffalo are experiencing light rain amid cloudy conditions, with wet weather expected to linger. Areas along the northern edges, such as Portland, remain dry for now, though clouds are on the rise. This active weather pattern shows rain intensity increasing near Pittsburgh, indicating more wet and potentially heavy conditions moving northeastward.
For the afternoon hours in New York City, temperatures will be in the upper 60s, dropping to 66 degrees by 6 PM. East-southeast winds will start light at 6 MPH, shifting to 5 MPH east later. Expect showers to persist, potentially providing a much-needed cool down. By 8 PM, temperatures settle at 63 degrees with continued light showers and a gentle 7 MPH east wind.
In the Northeast today, we’re seeing some varied temperatures across the region. New York City is looking at a high of 70 degrees, while Philadelphia matches that at 70 as well. Scranton is slightly cooler at 68 degrees. Up north, Albany stands out with a high of 79, while Syracuse sits at 76. Boston is on the chillier side, reaching just 61 degrees, and further north, Portland is experiencing cooler temperatures at 58.
Tonight in the Northeast, expect a range of low temperatures as cooler air moves in. New York City will see a low around 61 degrees, while Philadelphia mirrors that temperature. In Scranton, temperatures will drop slightly to 58 degrees. Boston is set for a more notable drop to 56 degrees, and Portland will see the coolest night at 51 degrees.
Tomorrow, the Northeast is expected to enjoy warm temperatures with several cities reaching above-average highs. Pittsburgh will top out at a pleasant 76 degrees, while Washington, D.C. is forecasted to reach 74 degrees. Philadelphia will see a high of 66, closely followed by New York at 65 degrees. In contrast, areas like Scranton will be cooler, peaking at 63 degrees.
A low-pressure system moves into the Northeast, bringing widespread rain from Washington D.C. to Boston through Wednesday. Expect heavy downpours, especially around Philadelphia and New York City, with rainfall totals potentially exceeding 1 inch. Afternoon thunderstorms could create gusty winds and localized flooding near Scranton and Albany. Temperatures will remain in the 60s, with cooler air settling in post-front passage by late Wednesday down to the 50s. Stay alert for possible flash flooding, especially in urban and poor drainage areas.
The UV index in New York City will be moderate at 4 on both days this week, with potential sun exposure risks and a burn time of about 35 minutes.