As New York City moves through April, the weather remains as unpredictable as ever. From balmy highs to nippy lows, Amy Freeze breaks down what to expect each day.

Meteorologist Amy Freeze here with your detailed Northeast Forecast update for New York City. Expect a week filled with varied weather conditions, from light showers to perfect sunny days. Whether you’re planning a picnic or a cozy evening indoors, I’ve got all the details you need for your daily plans.
A band of rain stretches across the Northeast, running from Buffalo through Syracuse and down to Scranton, creating a wet day for these areas. New York City and Philadelphia are experiencing light showers. As this line moves east, Boston remains clear for now, but clouds are increasing in advance of the rain. Albany is positioned at the northern edge of this system, with light sprinkles possible. Washington, D.C. and Portland continue to enjoy clear skies without precipitation.
For this evening in New York City, temperatures will be around 55 degrees at 9 PM, gently dropping to 54 degrees by 11 PM and staying steady at 54 degrees through 1 AM. Expect mostly cloudy skies transitioning to light showers as the night progresses. Winds from the south-southeast at 5 mph will shift slightly, calming to about 4 mph.
Tonight in the Northeast, expect some chilly lows as a cold front moves in. Buffalo and Syracuse will dip to 34 degrees, while Pittsburgh will see a low of 37. Scranton is also forecasted for 37, with Philadelphia and New York City coming in slightly warmer at 45 degrees. Boston can expect a low of 41, and Portland is forecasted to hit 39.
Tomorrow, temperatures in the Northeast are expected to reach below average levels as cooler air moves in. Buffalo will have a high of 45 degrees, while Syracuse and Scranton will sit slightly higher at 54 and 57 degrees, respectively. In contrast, New York City and Philadelphia will experience warmer readings at 68 and 66 degrees. Boston is looking at a high of 64 degrees, while Portland will only manage 50 degrees.
A slow-moving frontal system will bring widespread rain across the Northeast starting Tuesday morning, with the heaviest downpours expected from Pittsburgh to Syracuse throughout the day. Afternoon temperatures will remain in the mid-60s in metropolitan areas like New York and Boston, and a few isolated thunderstorms could develop, especially in the coastal regions. Strong winds along this front might lead to gusty conditions during commutes. Please monitor any severe weather risks, particularly in areas prone to flooding.
Today’s UV index in New York City will be moderate at 6, with a burn time of 23 minutes if you’re out in direct sunlight. Keep that sunscreen handy! By tomorrow, the UV index will increase to a high of 7.
For the 7-day forecast in New York City: Monday: Showers expected late, with a high of 64 degrees and a low of 52. Tuesday: Partly cloudy with a high of 66 and a low of 44. Wednesday: A bit cooler and partly cloudy, reaching 52 degrees at the peak and 41 at its lowest. Thursday: Mostly clear skies with a high of 61 degrees, dipping to 43 at night. Friday: Cloudy conditions, warming up to 66 degrees and cooling to 55 at night. Saturday: Mostly cloudy, reaching a warm high of 76 degrees and a low of 49. Sunday: Partly cloudy skies with a daytime high of 62 degrees and an overnight low of 47.