New York, NY – Thunderstorms are expected to drench New York City on Saturday, bringing a 90% chance of rain and possible lightning before calmer spring weather settles in by midweek.
According to the National Weather Service, widespread showers will begin early Saturday and continue throughout the day, with steady rainfall and isolated thunderstorms developing after 11 a.m. Winds will increase from the south at 13 mph, with gusts making travel on I-95, FDR Drive, and I-278 slick and potentially hazardous. New rainfall totals could range between a quarter and half an inch.
Saturday night brings a 30% chance of lingering showers before skies begin clearing. Sunday will be mostly sunny, breezy, and cooler, with highs near 61°F. Northwest winds may gust up to 15 mph, so outdoor plans may still need adjustments.
By Monday, drier conditions return with sunny skies and highs climbing to 66°F. Tuesday and Wednesday look even warmer, reaching 71°F and 77°F respectively, though scattered evening showers are possible midweek.
📅 Extended 5-Day NYC Spring Forecast:
- Saturday: Showers and storms, high 64°F
- Sunday: Breezy and mostly sunny, high 61°F
- Monday: Sunny, high 66°F
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 71°F
- Wednesday: 30% chance of evening showers, high 77°F
