NEW YORK, N.Y. – Brisk air returns to the city this morning, carrying the scent of damp leaves and the hum of steady wind through the streets. A stronger push of cool, dry air from the west is tightening its grip on the region, setting up a classic late-fall stretch with clear skies by Thursday before a wetter, unsettled weekend moves in.
According to the National Weather Service in Upton, temperatures will hold near 50°F through Thursday, but gusts could top 25 to 30 mph by afternoon, especially along the Hudson and near the East River. Those winds may rattle scaffolding and scatter remaining leaves, creating slick patches on sidewalks and elevated roadways. Commuters along I-95 and the FDR should expect crosswinds and minor delays through the evening.
By Friday, a brief lull brings mostly sunny skies and highs in the upper 40s—crisp but comfortable for outdoor errands or early holiday decorating. However, a developing system from the mid-Atlantic will lift north by Saturday, bringing a 50 percent chance of rain and cooler air late in the day. Travelers planning early Thanksgiving trips should watch for wet roads and reduced visibility by Saturday night.
The rare G4 solar storm that lit the Northern Lights across much of the U.S. last night continues to wane, though minor GPS and radio disruptions remain possible through today. For now, residents can expect a taste of winter’s approach—clear nights, brisk mornings, and the first signs of November’s true chill.
Five-Day Forecast for New York, NY:
Thu: 50/41 – Mostly sunny, breezy; gusts near 30 mph.
Fri: 49/37 – Mostly sunny, crisp air; calmer winds.
Sat: 50/46 – Cloudy with 50% chance of rain; wet travel late.
Sun: 59/43 – Rain likely early, turning partly sunny.
Mon: 48/41 – Mostly sunny, breezy; cool November air returns.
