New York – Bright sun cuts through winter air, but the breeze snaps coats tight and keeps the city feeling raw. Sidewalks look dry now, yet the pattern ahead turns more complicated as winter weather lines up for the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in New York, west winds gust near 30 mph today while temperatures settle in the lower 40s before sliding late. Wind chills dip into the 20s, especially on bridges, elevated platforms, and along the Hudson and East River corridors.
Conditions quiet tonight as lows fall into the mid-20s. Friday stays dry and mostly sunny, but the cold holds. Highs reach the mid-30s, and any shade keeps a winter bite. Travel remains manageable, though early morning slick spots can linger where moisture remains.
Changes arrive Friday night into Saturday. Light snow becomes possible early, then mixes with rain by afternoon as temperatures climb toward the low 40s. Accumulation looks limited, but slushy conditions may develop on untreated streets and highway ramps, including portions of the FDR Drive and the Belt Parkway.
Saturday night cools back toward freezing. That sets up a flash-freeze risk where daytime moisture remains. Sunday stays mostly cloudy with another chance for light snow and highs in the mid-30s. Even light snow can reduce visibility and traction during busy travel periods.
Drivers should slow down during changing conditions and allow extra time this weekend. Pedestrians should watch shaded sidewalks after sunset. Meteorologists continue tracking the timing closely, and additional advisories may follow. Traveling this weekend? What are conditions like where you are?
Five-Day Outlook for New York City
Today: Mostly sunny and windy, high near 43°F
Friday: Sunny and breezy, high near 36°F
Saturday: Chance of snow then rain, high near 42°F
Sunday: Chance of snow, mostly cloudy, high near 35°F
Monday: Mostly sunny, colder, high near 31°F
