New York, NY – Cool mornings give way to bright skies and rising warmth as New York City heads into the first full weekend of October. By Saturday, temperatures are expected to climb into the upper 70s, making it one of the warmest stretches this fall. City streets, including busy routes like the FDR Drive, could see heavier weekend traffic as New Yorkers head outdoors.
According to the National Weather Service, Thursday begins with sunshine and a high near 64, but the real warm-up arrives Friday into Saturday. Winds shift west, pulling in milder air that sends highs near 77 in Central Park by Saturday afternoon. Nights remain seasonable, with lows in the upper 50s and lower 60s, offering crisp air for evening walks or outdoor events.
The weather sets a perfect backdrop for Halloween decorating or fall activities across the boroughs. Farmers markets, park events, and sidewalk festivals should enjoy clear skies and comfortable conditions. Drivers should still remain alert for heavier pedestrian traffic in areas like Union Square, Bryant Park, and near school zones as families take advantage of the sunshine.
Sunday holds steady with highs near 77 before slight changes arrive. By Tuesday night, a 40 percent chance of showers may dampen the city, with another round possible Wednesday morning. Until then, clear skies dominate, offering one of the most inviting early-October weekends in recent memory.
Warnings are not in effect, but the NWS advises residents to enjoy outdoor time before unsettled weather returns midweek.
Five-Day Forecast for New York, NY
- Thursday: Sunny, high 64. Low 54.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 69. Low 59.
- Saturday: Sunny, high 77. Low 62.
- Sunday: Sunny, high 77. Low 62.
- Monday: Sunny, high 76. Low 66.
