Navigate through New York City’s weather surprises with Meteorologist Amy Freeze’s detailed guide on the imminent shifts from sunny skies to potential snow hazards.

In this comprehensive post, Amy Freeze unpacks the changing weather patterns across New York City and the Northeast. From varying temperatures to the anticipated cold fronts, discover every aspect that might affect your week. With actionable insights mixed into the forecast, this update offers everything you need to stay prepared for a weather-sensitive schedule. On the Regional Radar, Northeast is witnessing a mixed bag of weather conditions. A line of rain showers is advancing over the Great Lakes into the Northeast, bringing some wet weather to cities like Buffalo. As the rain spreads eastward, areas such as Syracuse will experience showers soon. Mix and snow are visible farther north with potential impacts as the weather system moves closer to Albany and Boston later on. New York, Philadelphia, and Washington remain dry for now, but clouds are increasing, signaling changes ahead. Clearer skies are found from the New Jersey coastline down to Delaware, while light rain showers offshore may eventually impact coastal areas. Those in Scranton might also want to keep an umbrella handy as showers approach from the west.
This afternoon in New York City, temperatures are expected to peak at 59 degrees by 3 PM, with a west-southwest wind blowing at 11 miles per hour. As we move towards 5 PM, look for partly cloudy skies and a slight dip to 58 degrees as the wind shifts to come from the west at 8 miles per hour. By 7 PM, anticipate mostly cloudy conditions with temperatures cooling to 53 degrees, accompanied by a west-northwest wind at 10 miles per hour.
As for today’s high temperatures across the Northeast, in New York City, temperatures climb to a comfortable 61 degrees. Philadelphia is even warmer, with a high of 64 degrees. And to the east, Boston and Albany will both enjoy a pleasant 60 degrees. In Buffalo, it’s a cooler day with a high of only 45 degrees. Syracuse will see a slight improvement, reaching 53 degrees. Moving south, Pittsburgh is expected to hit 51 degrees, while Scranton warms up a bit more to 52.
Now for the low temperatures in the Northeast overnight. We’re looking at a significant chill settling in. Boston will dip down to 31 degrees, while Portland will be even colder at 25. Albany is forecasted for a low of 31, and Syracuse will hit the freezing mark at 32 degrees. In the western part of the region, Buffalo will see a low of 37, while Scranton drops to 37 as well. Philly will experience a low of 40 degrees and New York City should stay a bit warmer at 42.
High temperatures for the Northeast are on the mild side as we transition into spring. In Boston, expect a high of 44 degrees, while Portland will be a bit cooler at 39 degrees. While in New York City, temperatures will reach 51 degrees, slightly above average for this time of year. Philadelphia is forecasted to hit 52 degrees, with Pittsburgh seeing a high of 50 degrees. Scranton will also be mild at 44 degrees.
A cold front sweeps through the Northeast on Saturday, bringing a mix of rain and snow from Albany to Portland. Expect periods of rain in New York City and Philadelphia with temperatures hovering in the mid-50s. Snowfall is forecasted farther north, particularly impacting the areas around Syracuse and Vermont. Conditions could become slippery, especially at higher elevations. As the system moves eastward, anticipate a swift drop in temperatures overnight with brisk northerly winds. Stay updated for any weather advisories as we navigate these shifts over the next 24 to 48 hours.
The UV index in New York City on Saturday is low at 3, with cloud cover likely reducing sun exposure risks. Moving into Sunday, expect a moderate UV index of 5, with a burn time of 27 minutes in direct sunlight. Be sure to wear sunscreen if you plan to be outside!