New York, NY – Clouds and a slight chance of showers could slow New Yorkers Friday, but skies clear for a picture-perfect Labor Day weekend. Holiday travelers should prepare for wet spots during the evening commute before conditions quickly improve. Those heading north on I-95 or across bridges into New Jersey may encounter slick roads Friday afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service, New York City faces a 20 percent chance of rain Friday after 2 p.m., with highs near 75. Clouds will linger into the evening before giving way to clear skies overnight. Winds shift northwest, keeping humidity lower into Saturday.
Saturday and Sunday look sunny and mild, with highs in the low to mid-70s—ideal for outdoor gatherings, beach trips, or baseball at Yankee Stadium. By Labor Day Monday, skies remain mostly sunny with highs around 74, providing one of the best stretches of weather in weeks.
Travelers should still use caution Friday. Wet pavement on major arteries like the Long Island Expressway and FDR Drive could slow traffic during peak hours. Drivers are urged to allow extra time and avoid sudden braking on slick roads.
The pleasant trend holds through midweek, with highs staying in the mid-70s and lows in the mid-60s. A weak front could bring scattered showers by Thursday, but no major storms are expected.
Five-Day Forecast for New York, NY:
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 73. Low 61.
- Sunday: Sunny, high 76. Low 64.
- Labor Day Monday: Mostly sunny, high 74. Low 64.
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 74. Low 65.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 75. Low 65.
