New York – The taste of early June arriving this Thursday morning will be short-lived as a powerful cold front prepares to slash temperatures by 20 degrees in less than 24 hours. While residents are enjoying a pleasant morning with decreasing clouds and a high pushing toward 67°F, a significant shift in the atmosphere is already moving toward the tri-state area.
According to the National Weather Service, a potent weather system will trigger a 90% chance of precipitation starting after 2 a.m. Friday morning. Drivers on the Long Island Expressway and I-95 should prepare for heavy downpours during the Friday morning commute, with rainfall totals expected to reach up to half an inch. The warmth will peak early, as temperatures are projected to hit 56°F by 8 a.m. Friday before plummeting throughout the afternoon.
The most critical concern for commuters involves the “flash freeze” potential late Friday. As the cold air settles in, any lingering moisture on roadways could turn to ice as overnight lows hit 34°F. There is a 20% chance of a rain-snow mix after 11 p.m. Friday, which may create slick spots on overpasses and bridges. Maintenance crews are monitoring drainage to prevent ponding before the freeze sets in.
By Saturday, the region will feel like a different season entirely, with highs struggling to reach 43°F under breezy conditions. While the sun returns for the weekend, the biting wind will make outdoor plans feel much colder than the thermometer suggests. Looking ahead to next week, a gradual warming trend begins Monday, with chances of rain returning by Tuesday.
Are you seeing any slick spots on your morning commute? Let us know how the temperatures feel in your borough.
Five Day Forecast for New York, NY
Monday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 56°F.
Thursday: Decreasing clouds with a high near 67°F. Southwest winds at 14 mph.
Friday: Showers likely (80%) before 8 a.m. Temperature falling to 50°F by afternoon.
Saturday: Mostly sunny and brisk with a high near 43°F. Low of 34°F at night.
Sunday: Sunny and pleasant with a high near 49°F.
