New York, NY – Afternoon thunderstorms could disrupt travel and outdoor plans across New York City on Wednesday, with the highest risk expected between 2 p.m. and late evening. Commuters and event-goers should prepare for sudden downpours, lightning, and localized ponding on streets.
According to the National Weather Service, storms are most likely to develop after 2 p.m. Wednesday, with a 40 to 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms continuing into the night. Areas along major roadways including the FDR Drive, I-278, and approaches to the George Washington Bridge could see slower traffic and visibility reductions during peak travel times.
Thursday brings a smaller, 30 to 40 percent storm chance, with drier conditions returning by Friday. High temperatures will hold in the mid-80s through the week, keeping humidity levels elevated. Residents are advised to secure outdoor items, avoid open fields during lightning, and keep devices charged in case of brief outages.
This midweek storm pattern is expected to break ahead of a sunny Friday, giving way to a clear and warm weekend. Additional weather alerts may be issued if Wednesday’s storm potential intensifies.
Five Day New York, NY Forecast:
- Tuesday: Sunny, calm winds. High 86°F, low 75°F
- Wednesday: 40-50% chance of storms after 2 p.m., lingering into night. High 85°F, low 79°F
- Thursday: 30-40% storm chance, mainly afternoon. High 86°F, low 75°F
- Friday: Sunny and dry. High 84°F, low 73°F
- Saturday: Sunny, warm. High 88°F, low 74°F
