New York, NY – Warmer spring temperatures will arrive in New York starting Thursday, bringing sun-filled skies before a cloudier, milder Easter weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, Thursday will be mostly sunny with highs reaching 58°F. Winds will remain light throughout the day, making it a prime opportunity for outdoor activities. The city will experience a gradual temperature increase heading into the weekend, with Saturday expected to reach 74°F—significantly above mid-April averages.
Friday brings partly sunny skies with a high near 60°F, followed by mostly cloudy conditions Friday night. Easter Sunday itself will be mostly sunny early, then turning cloudy with highs in the low 60s, making for a pleasant but overcast holiday. No rain is expected until late Monday, with a 40 percent chance of showers Monday night.
While no major travel disruptions are forecast, drivers along the FDR Drive and I-95 should be aware of weekend traffic increases, especially on Sunday morning and late afternoon due to Easter events.
Extended 5-Day Forecast:
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 58°F. Light north winds.
- Friday: Partly sunny, high near 60°F. Mostly cloudy overnight.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy, high near 74°F. Mild and breezy.
- Sunday (Easter): Mostly cloudy, high near 61°F. Low near 47°F.
- Monday: Partly sunny, chance of evening showers. High near 59°F.
