New York, NY – As New Yorkers look ahead to the weekend, the weather will take a turn from rain to sunshine, offering a pleasant end to the week. Expect heavy showers and possible thunderstorms on Friday morning, with precipitation tapering off by the afternoon. By Saturday, the sun will break through, setting up a beautiful forecast for Mother’s Day on Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service, showers will start early Friday, lasting until the late morning. A brief break in the rain will come in the afternoon, but scattered showers may continue through the evening. Highs will reach 60°F, with a chance of rain at 100%. Overnight, temperatures will cool to around 54°F. For drivers, be aware of slick roads in the morning, especially near the East River.
The weekend forecast looks much brighter. Saturday will be mostly clear, with temperatures rising to 65°F. By Sunday, Mother’s Day, expect sunny skies and highs near 70°F. The clear weather will continue into Sunday night, making it perfect for outdoor plans or family gatherings.
Looking ahead, Monday will bring more sunshine, with highs around 69°F. Temperatures will stay mild throughout the early part of next week, though there’s a chance of scattered showers returning by Tuesday. The rest of the week is shaping up to be mostly pleasant, with highs in the low 70s.
Here’s a quick look at the extended forecast:
- Friday: Showers early, high of 60°F.
- Saturday: Mostly clear, high of 65°F.
- Sunday (Mother’s Day): Sunny, high of 70°F.
- Monday: Sunny, high of 69°F.
- Tuesday: A 40% chance of showers, high near 73°F.
