AccuWeather Forecast: Hot, Humid, and Afternoon Thunderstorms in NYC Area

Today's Weather Outlook

• ☀️ The day starts hot and humid with temperatures in the high 80s, feeling like the low 90s in Central Park.
• ⚠️ Heat index numbers could approach 100°F across parts of New Jersey, with some areas feeling as high as 97°F.
• ⛈️ Scattered rain and thunderstorms are expected later this afternoon, with some producing gusty winds and heavy rainfall.

Afternoon Storms and Commute Impact

• 📍 Isolated showers are already popping up across the Hudson Valley and Catskills.
• 🚗 By 2-4 p.m., rain is expected to move closer to the city and shoreline, with scattered thunder showers persisting through the evening.
• 🌊 These storms could lead to localized flooding and downpours, potentially causing ponding and slowing down the evening commute.

Severe Weather Risk and Tropical Storm Update

• ⚡ There is a marginal risk (level 1 out of 5) for severe weather today, with damaging winds and downpours as the main threats.
• 🌀 Tropical Storm Aaron is moving west and is forecast to become a Category 1 hurricane by late Thursday/Friday, potentially a major Category 3 by Sunday/Monday.
• 🌊 While Aaron is expected to stay offshore, it will bring rough surf, high seas, and an elevated rip current risk to the coast next week, with wave heights approaching 10-12 ft.

Looking Ahead: Tomorrow and the 7-Day Forecast

• 🌃 Tonight, conditions will dry out and clear up.
• ☁️ Tomorrow morning will be mostly cloudy with a chance of a sprinkle, but the bulk of the rain is expected later Thursday.
• 🌡️ Temperatures will cool slightly to 86°F tomorrow, with a warm and muggy feel and scattered storms.
• ☀️ Friday and Saturday are expected to be nice and a great start to the weekend, with temperatures in the low 90s on Sunday and Monday, before dropping to around 82°F on Tuesday.