New York – Wet pavement and gray skies are greeting commuters across the city this morning as steady March rain spreads across the region, slowing traffic and lowering visibility on major roadways.
Drivers heading along I-95, the FDR Drive, and the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway may encounter patchy fog and steady rain through the afternoon, making the morning and midday commute slick in spots.
According to the National Weather Service, rainfall totals between 0.25 and 0.50 inches are possible across New York City today as a slow-moving system tracks through the Northeast. Patchy fog and light northeast winds will keep temperatures hovering in the low 40s, giving the day a damp and chilly feel.
Rain continues into tonight before gradually tapering early Friday morning. While temperatures stay above freezing in the city, drivers north and west of the metro area should remain alert for slick spots where colder air lingers in higher terrain.
The weather pattern begins shifting heading into the weekend. Clouds linger Saturday with temperatures climbing toward the mid-50s, a noticeable change after the chilly start to March. Showers redevelop Saturday night, briefly dampening outdoor plans.
Sunday brings brighter skies and a stronger hint of spring as temperatures climb near 60 degrees across the city. Early Sunday morning also marks the return of Daylight Saving Time, when clocks jump forward one hour at 2 a.m., delivering longer evenings of daylight through the coming weeks.
Looking ahead, milder air expands across the Northeast early next week. Sunshine returns Monday with temperatures pushing the upper 50s, and by Tuesday some neighborhoods could approach 66°F, signaling a growing warm spell across the region.
Meteorologists are also watching longer-range signals showing shifting storm tracks across the Midwest and Great Lakes next week, though New York currently trends milder.
Plan extra time for wet roads today and keep umbrellas handy through Saturday night.
Traveling this weekend or adjusting to the time change? Let us know what conditions look like in your neighborhood.
Five Day Outlook for New York City, NY
Friday: Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain. High near 44°F
Saturday: Cloudy with milder air building. High near 56°F
Sunday: Partly sunny and springlike. High near 60°F
Monday: Sunny and comfortable. High near 58°F
Tuesday: Mostly sunny and warmer. High near 66°F
