New York, NY – Spring weather will bring slick roads and reduced visibility across New York City starting Friday morning, with rain and fog threatening to slow travel along I-87 and surrounding highways through the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, rain chances increase to 60% by Friday afternoon with wind gusts reaching 28 mph. Commuters should expect slowed traffic and use caution when traveling, especially during peak hours. Patchy fog will limit visibility overnight and into early morning hours, compounding driving risks across the metro area.
Friday will start mostly cloudy, with highs around 62°F. Rain is likely midday through late evening, followed by lingering showers overnight. Saturday’s highs will dip to 51°F, with a 70% chance of precipitation during the day. New Yorkers planning outdoor events should make backup plans, as wet conditions will persist through Saturday night and into Sunday.
Showers will continue through Sunday, with temperatures rising to the upper 60s by afternoon. A final round of scattered storms is expected late Sunday into early Monday. Monday begins to dry out with partly sunny skies and a high near 56°F.
Looking ahead, cooler, drier air returns next week. Expect mostly sunny skies and highs in the upper 40s Tuesday, followed by clear, sunny weather on Wednesday with highs near 50°F.
