This week’s NYC weather forecast brings a mix of spring showers and cool temperatures. Read on as Amy Freeze dives into daily expectations and weather tips.

As we approach mid-April, New York City and its surrounding regions are experiencing a variety of weather patterns. From the cool daily highs and nighttime lows, to the onset of a significant low-pressure system promising rain and potential localized flooding—Meteorologist Amy Freeze covers all essential aspects you’ll need to navigate the week’s ever-changing weather. Across the Northeast, the radar is predominantly showing clear conditions, offering a lovely start to the day. Some areas are experiencing cloud cover and scattered precipitation. In the northern part of the region, light snow showers are brushing across areas like Syracuse and Albany, continuing to extend farther east towards Boston. In Portland, light rain is lingering, creating a damp scene as the day progresses. Buffalo and Pittsburgh enjoy breaks in the clouds, with a mix of sunshine peeking through, enhancing the crisp spring feel. Farther south, from Scranton to Washington, D.C., skies are mostly clear, allowing for a bright and pleasant day, while the area around New York City remains mostly dry with intermittent clouds.
This afternoon in New York City, expect sunny skies with temperatures holding steady at 48 degrees through 6 PM, accompanied by a gentle west wind at 6 miles per hour. As the evening progresses, the temperature will dip slightly to 45 degrees by 8 PM, with winds shifting to the southwest at 5 miles per hour.
In the western part of the region, Buffalo sees a chilly high of just 39 degrees, while Syracuse also struggles, matching that with a high of 39. Moving south, Scranton comes in slightly warmer at 46 degrees, and New York City is at a cool 50 degrees. In Pennsylvania, Philadelphia experiences a high of 52, while down in Washington, D.C., it’s a bit warmer at 55 degrees. Boston is on the cool side today with a high of 46 degrees.
Expect 36 degrees in Scranton and a similar 36 in Albany. New York City will see lows around 43 degrees, while Philadelphia is forecasted to drop to 41 degrees. Up in Buffalo, temperatures will dip to 37 degrees, and Syracuse also expects a low of 37. In Boston, it’s a slightly warmer night at 37 degrees, while Portland rounds out the region with a low of 36.
In Pittsburgh, expect a high of 56 degrees, aligning closely with seasonal averages. Scranton will be a bit cooler, reaching only 45 degrees. Meanwhile, in New York City, temperatures will climb to about 50 degrees. Philadelphia will see a slightly warmer afternoon with a high of 52 degrees. Farther to the northeast, Albany is forecasted to hit 49 degrees, and Syracuse will remain cool at 43 degrees. Buffalo and Portland will also see highs of 43 degrees. These readings are generally near or slightly below average for this time of year, influenced by lingering cloud cover and a northwesterly flow.
A low-pressure system is set to impact the Northeast starting tomorrow. Expect rain showers to begin early in the morning across Buffalo, extending to Syracuse and Albany. By midday, heavier rain is anticipated in Scranton and New York City, with potential for localized flooding. Temperatures will trend cooler, remaining in the high 50s, as the system progresses into Boston and Portland by late afternoon. Keep umbrellas handy and anticipate difficult travel conditions due to wet roads.
The UV index in New York City is moderately high on Wednesday with a level of 6, resulting in a burn time of about 23 minutes under direct sunlight. On Thursday, the UV index will decrease to a moderate level of 4, extending the burn time to approximately 35 minutes.