New York – A cool, gray, and breezy start greets travelers this morning as Thanksgiving week traffic builds across the region. Pavement remains damp, and light showers may still develop at times, creating slick spots near bridges and ramps. Drivers heading toward airports or major corridors like I-95 should plan for slower pockets through midday. A steadier chill also settles in as winds push across the Hudson, giving the air a crisp, late-fall bite.
According to the National Weather Service, passing light rain could linger through the afternoon while clouds hold firm. Temperatures hover in the 50s early but slide gradually, setting up a cooler Thanksgiving and a colder Black Friday. Gusts may reach 25 to 30 mph later, making exposed areas feel even sharper. Travelers should secure outdoor decorations and pack layers for evening gatherings.
Models hint at a “Winter Tease” as November closes. To be fair, no snow is expected in New York City before Thanksgiving, but colder air across the Great Lakes and interior Northeast shows early signs of flurries and a possible slushy mix. Farther west, early-season storms are already forming across the Northwest and Northern Plains, where heavy snow—three inches or more in pockets—is possible as December opens. That system may influence return-home travel for millions early next week.
For now, conditions stay manageable here, though breezy. Thanksgiving brings highs in the low 40s with mostly sunny skies. Black Friday shifts colder and windy, ideal for quick shopping trips but brisk for long outdoor lines. The weekend turns clearer, with highs near the low-40s Saturday and mid-40s Sunday.
Five-Day Outlook (Wed–Sun)
• Today: Cloudy, light showers possible, breezy, 50s falling late.
• Thursday: Mostly sunny, chilly, low-40s.
• Friday: Windy and colder, low-40s.
• Saturday: Sunny, low-40s.
• Sunday: Mostly clear, mid-40s.
