New York, NY – Wet pavement and low visibility are already slowing traffic across the city this morning, with fog and steady showers reducing sightlines to about 5 miles and pushing slick conditions onto major corridors like I-95 and I-278. Temperatures hover near 49°F, and light winds keep moisture hanging in the air, making for a sluggish start that could ripple into the late morning commute.
According to the National Weather Service, showers will continue through the morning hours with precipitation chances near 60%, while patchy fog lingers before gradually lifting. Rain coverage peaks through midday, with totals remaining light but persistent enough to affect travel timing and airport operations across the metro.
Drivers across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens should expect slower speeds and longer braking distances, especially on bridges and elevated roadways where moisture collects quickly. Breezy conditions may develop later, with gusts approaching 30 mph inland, adding to the unsettled feel. Plan extra time if heading out and keep headlights on in reduced visibility.
Conditions begin to improve tonight with skies clearing and temperatures dipping to the upper 40s. Monday brings a brief break, though a 30% chance of showers returns by afternoon, mainly before 2 p.m., keeping roads intermittently damp. By Tuesday, sunshine returns with highs near 50°F, offering a cleaner commute.
Midweek trends milder, with Wednesday reaching near 60°F and only a slight chance of showers early. That warming trend signals a shift toward more stable spring conditions heading into late week.
Five Day Forecast for New York, NY
Monday: High 50°F, 30% chance of showers
Tuesday: Sunny, High 50°F
Wednesday: Partly sunny, High 60°F, slight shower chance
Thursday: Mostly sunny, High 67°F
Friday: Partly cloudy, High 64°F
